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Although many of the existing adaptive learning environments use other approaches, the vector-space model for information retrieval can be used in providing individualized learning with hypermedia. A system employing a modified version of the vector-space model is described. The approach taken is tested in a real-life setting to evaluate and train basic arithmetics skills of learners in elementary education. Although the impact on learning was not measured, the approach provides a useful evaluational help for the teacher to make observations about the learning processes of the learners.
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Kurhila, J., Lattu, M., Pietilä, A. (2002). Using Vector-Space Model in Adaptive Hypermedia for Learning. In: Cerri, S.A., Gouardères, G., Paraguaçu, F. (eds) Intelligent Tutoring Systems. ITS 2002. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 2363. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-47987-2_17
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