Intelligent tutoring system for real estate management

Abstract

The review on the worldwide intelligent tutoring systems and their application possibilities is presented in the paper. The intelligent tutoring system for real estate management developed by the authors is described. This system is applied in Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Department of Construction Economics and Property Management. Besides the common components ‐ student model, domain model, pedagogical model and graphical interface, the new developed system has testing model, decision support subsystem and database of computer learning systems. Domain model includes knowledge with the supplemental audio and video material for 63 modules being taught in Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. Student model enables to adapt to a learner needs and knowledge level. Decision support subsystem is used for all components of intelligent tutoring system giving them different level of intelligence. Database of computer learning systems enables using the following web‐based learning systems: construction, real estate, facilities management, international trade, ethics, innovation, sustainable development, building refurbishment, etc. Tutor and testing model provide a model of the teaching process and support transition to a new knowledge state. Graphic interface is used to create an effective system‐user dialogue.