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Intelligent tutoring system model based on fuzzy logic and constraint-based student model

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A model for an intelligent tutoring system (ITS) that uses fuzzy logic and a constraint-based student model (CBM) is proposed. The goal of the ITS is to teach the use of punctuation in Turkish. The proposed ITS includes two student models, i.e., an overlay student model and a CBM. The student modeler in the CBM records each mistake a student make when answering questions in the system. Immediate feedback and hints are provided based on the recorded mistakes. In addition, moreover the level of students’ learning of the usage of punctuation marks is determined and overlay student model is updated according to the mistakes. If the student cannot provide the correct answer relative to the desired learning level after a specified number of attempts, this information is recorded by the overlay student model. Students can study the pages and attempt to answer the questions again. For determining the level of learning MYCIN certainty factor, the number of times the student takes for answering the question and fuzzy logic decision system are used. Crowded classes make it difficult for teachers to evaluate all student answers and provide individual feedback. The proposed ITS identifies student mistakes and provides feedback immediately. In addition, the ITS analyzes mistakes to determine the student’s learning gaps relative to specific topics and concepts. Learning to use punctuation correctly is valuable; thus, the proposed ITS model is important and worthwhile.

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Karaci, A. Intelligent tutoring system model based on fuzzy logic and constraint-based student model. Neural Comput & Applic 31, 3619–3628 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00521-017-3311-2

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