Delivered at:: Department of Philology

Course type:: Compulsory course

When:: 2 year, 1, 2 module

Abstract

The course "Design and Development of Automated Learning Systems (ALS)" introduces students to the main types of educational experience design and automated learning systems, their areas of application across various fields, the architecture of ALS, and the peculiarities of its design from the perspective of user-centered design concepts. The foundations of pedagogical design are presented, the relationship between the concepts of "educational experience" and "educational environment" is examined, and the primary methods of researching user experience (UX) are analyzed. Significant attention in the course is devoted to exploring key trends and practices related to the design of educational courses in the market.

Learning Objectives

To familiarize students with the key aspects of modern educational systems and courses, along with their main areas of application
To introduce the concepts of "educational experience" and "educational environment" and to study the primary approaches to their design
To familiarize students with the roles of producers, methodologists, and experts in the creation of educational products
To introduce the product-oriented approach in the development of modern ALS systems
To familiarize students with the areas of application of computational linguistics for ALS design
To present intriguing practical tasks in each of the discussed areas of ALS application and the approaches to solving them

Expected Learning Outcomes

Be knowledgeable about the main resources of ALS for Russian and other languages
Understand the concepts of "educational experience" and "educational environment
Be familiar with the main tasks and responsibilities of producers, methodologists, and experts in the field of ALS design
Understand the key components of the product-oriented approach in education
Be acquainted with methods of computational linguistics used for ALS design
Use user experience research methods
Design and implement professional tasks using ALS

Course Contents

Introduction
Automated Learning Systems (Intelligent Tutoring Systems) and Educational Courses.
Producer, Methodologist, Expert: Roles and Areas of Responsibility
Product-Oriented Approach in Education: Metrics and Indicators
Key Stages of Educational Product Creation: From Design to Content Development
Educational Experience and Environment: Introduction to the Topic
4C/ID and Other Design Methodologies in Education
Motivational Design. The Theory of Cognitive Sufficiency
Student Journey Mapping (SJM) and Constructing the Student Pathway
Methods for Researching User Experience in the EdTech Sector. User Experience and Learning Experience
User Interface in Education. UI/UX Design of Educational Online Courses
Diversity of Content Types: Text VS Games.
Application of Computational Linguistics Technologies in Designing and Enhancing Educational Products
The Future of EdTech

Assessment Elements

Report
The report presents the results of an independent critical analysis of a specific problem within the course framework. The report is submitted in the form of a presentation. At the end of the report, the student should formulate one or two questions for further discussion directed at the audience.
Homework
Homework assignments consist of small practical tasks that students complete outside of the classroom. They are carried out in writing, individually, and not during class time. The completed assignment is submitted to the instructor via email.

Interim Assessment

2024/2025 2nd module
0.6 * Homework + 0.4 * Report

Bibliography

Recommended Core Bibliography

Когнитивная компьютерная графика, Зенкин, А. А., 1991

Recommended Additional Bibliography

Когнитивная бизнес-аналитика, Абдикеев, Н. М., 2011

Authors

KESSEL KSENIIA VITALEVNA

Master’s Programme 'Language Technology in Business and Education'

Curriculum support office

Design and development of automated training systems (ATS)

Course Syllabus