Developing an IDML-Based Embodied Pedagogical Agent System for Multimedia Learning

Abstract

A number of researches have explored the effect of embodied pedagogical agents in multimedia learning environments. Embodied pedagogical agents have been regarded as practical and powerful tools for instructions in these researches. However, it is hard to find a development kits that support the instructor or teacher to create interactive learning applications together with animated pedagogical agents. Therefore, in order to facilitate the instructor or teacher to generate the content materials of digital learning, we proposed an IDML-based embodied pedagogical agent system(IDML-based EPAS). The system provides the opportunity for teachers to integrate their teaching contents into multimedia presentations and to create embodied pedagogical agents for attracting learners' attention. Moreover, learners can interact with digital learning materials for facilitating the knowledge acquirement. Finally, we utilized the instruction of traffic safety as the interactive learning materials in the IDML-based EPAS for assisting learners to gain more positive attitudes and better achievement.