DB-Suite: computer-based database tutors

Antonija Mitrovic

Dept of CSSE, University of Canterbury

Fri Jul 09 15:10:00 NZST 2004 in Room 031, MSCS

Abstract

Current e-learning courses are almost always developed using course management systems (CMS), such as WebCT or Blackboard. Although CMS tools provide support for administrative tasks and enable instructors to provide online instructional material, they offer no deep support for learning: there is no ability to track student's progress and adapt the learning material to the individual student. We present our experiences with three Web-based intelligent tutoring systems in the area of databases. All three tutors have been used and evaluated in the context of genuine teaching activities. The DB-suite tutors have proved to be very effective in supporting deep learning, and are well liked by students.