PHYSIMC: an intelligent assistant for case-based learning

The paper presents the design and implementation of PHYSIMC, which supports case based learning of elementary physics in a computer assisted simulation environment. The PHYSIMC system facilitates physics problem solving by providing: 1) a user friendly interface for problem specification via direct...

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Main Authors: Hsu, J.Y.-J., Chien-Jung Ting
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Computational modeling
Computer aided instruction
Computer science
Computer simulation
Education
Libraries
Multimedia systems
Object oriented modeling
Physics computing
Problem-solving
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Summary:The paper presents the design and implementation of PHYSIMC, which supports case based learning of elementary physics in a computer assisted simulation environment. The PHYSIMC system facilitates physics problem solving by providing: 1) a user friendly interface for problem specification via direct manipulation of physical objects; 2) 2D motion simulation of primitive physical objects; 3) a case library of successful problem solving episodes; and 4) a browsing tool for relevant problems and their corresponding solutions. As a result, a student can make use of past problem solving experiences in attempting to solve a new problem. In a knowledge based simulation environment, such case based learning tools help narrow the gaps due to incomplete domain knowledge.
ISSN:1082-3409
2375-0197
DOI:10.1109/TAI.1998.744857