An Intelligent Computer-Assisted Instruction system for cardiopulmonary resuscitation
By: Debra S. Campbell
Contributors: Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School
Published: 1988
Place of publication: Monterey, California
Language: eng
Number of pages: 136
Subjects: Computer science
Description: This study discusses the design and implementation of an Intelligent Computer-Assisted Instruction system for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Utilizing artificial-intelligence techniques, the system combines a learning-while-doing environment with effective guidance of tutorial interactions. The user's knowledge of CPR procedures is tested at one of three experience levels, utilizing a randomly generated scenario. Using means-ends analysis, the recommended action is determined for each successive state in the scenario. This action is compared with the user's selection. If a difference exists, an hypothesis guides the tutoring module in the selection of a tutoring strategy. An on-line review of CPR procedures is available, as is a help function to provide direction to the user if needed. At the end of a session, a summary of the user's actions is provided. Keywords: Theses, Artificial intelligence, Expert systems, Intelligent computer assisted instruction, Computer based instruction. (jhd)
Notes: Thesis advisor(s): Rowe, Neil C.

"June 1988."

Thesis (M.S. in Computer Science)--Naval Postgraduate School, June 1988.

Includes bibliographical references: (p. 134).

Approved for public release, distribution unlimited.

US Navy (USN) author.