Towards a Framework for Embedded ITSs

Abstract

Although Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITSs) have proven their effectiveness, very few attempts have been made to embed ITSs into existing applications. In this paper, we describe the research, design and progressive development of DM-Tutor (Decision-Making Tutor), the first constraint-based tutor (CBT) to be embedded within an existing system, the Management Information System (MIS) for palm oil plantation management currently being used in Malaysia. We discuss the research and development of DM-Tutor with the help of ASPIRE, an authoring system for CBTs. We also include future work planned for DM-Tutor.