Abstract: A wearable cardiopulmonary resuscitation assist device or system including: a wearable article to be worn by a cardiopulmonary resuscitation performer or a patient, for assisting administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation by the performer; at least one sensor for measuring at least one parameter to assist in cardiopulmonary resuscitation; at least one feedback component for conveying feedback information based on the parameter to the performer for assisting the performer in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and a processing unit, the processing unit being configured to receive the at least one parameter from the at least one sensor and to send information based on the parameter to the at least one feedback component. Also a method for training or improving cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures using the device.

Abstract: A system and method for training a student employ a simulation station that displays output to the student and receives input. The computer system has a rules engine operating on it and computer accessible data storage storing (i) learning object data including learning objects configured to provide interaction with the student at the simulation system and (ii) rule data defining a plurality of rules accessed by the rules engine. The rules data includes, for each rule, respective (a) if-portion data defining a condition of data and (b) then-portion data defining an action to be performed at the simulation station. The rules engine causes the computer system to perform the action when the condition of data is present in the data storage. For at least some of the rules, the action comprises output of one of the learning objects so as to interact with the student.

Abstract: A method for an inter-disciplinary teaching curriculum to combine the arts with core studies, comprising placing within quadrants of a circle, the circle being defined on a surface of an object, a plurality of circular sector objects of various sizes in relation to the circle, the plurality of circular sector objects having displayed thereon a music note according to the size of the particular circular sector object, performing a rhythm depicted by the music notes displayed on the circular sector objects that were placed into the quadrants of the circle, and analyzing a plurality of information displayed on each one of the plurality of circular sector objects, the plurality of information displayed on each one of the plurality of circular sector objects being associated with the size of the particular circular sector object.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for scoring a constructed response generated by a user and providing information on the user's writing behavior. A constructed response and associated electronic process log are received. The constructed response is processed to generate first feature values representative of aspects of the constructed response. The electronic process log is processed to generate second feature values related to the user's actions in generating the constructed response. A score for the constructed response is generated using the processing system by applying a computer scoring model to the first and second feature values. A rule of a rule engine that is satisfied is identified, the rule being satisfied when one or more feature values of the second feature values meet a condition associated with the rule. Information on the user's actions in generating the constructed response is provided based on the satisfied rule.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to biologically and behaviorally based methods of measuring audience response to a short stimulus.

Abstract: A method of measuring a subject's strength of associations of multidimensional traits involving each of a first pair of first and second categories with each of a second pair of third and fourth categories includes selecting a first target concept for the first category and a second target concept for the second category and selecting a first trait for the third category and, for the fourth category, a plurality of alternative traits to provide a basis for contrasting with the first trait. The method further includes having the subject respond to a first set of trials in a first manner when there is presented an exemplar of either the first category or the third category and in a second manner when there is presented an exemplar of either the second category or the fourth category and presenting the subject with a first series of exemplars in the first set of trials, the first series including exemplars in all four categories.

Abstract: In one general aspect, a computer-implemented method can include receiving, by a computer system, code for a custom grader application, creating, by the computer system, a base custom grader container including the code for the custom grader application, associating the base custom grader container with an online course included in a repository included in the computer system, evaluating, by the computer system, the base custom grader container by executing the custom grader application in the base custom grader container, determining that the custom grader application violates a predetermined criterion, modifying the base custom grader container to prevent the executing of the custom grader application from violating the predetermined criterion, and storing, in the repository and in association with the online course, the modified base custom grader container including the custom grader application as a custom grader container image.

Abstract: An improved method of measuring a subject's strength of associations involving each of a first pair of first and second categories with each of a second pair of third and fourth categories includes having the subject respond to a first set of trials in a first manner when there is presented an exemplar of either the first category or the third category and in a second manner when there is presented an exemplar of either the second category or the fourth category and presenting the subject with a first series of exemplars in the first set of trials, the first series including exemplars in all four categories.

Abstract: A system is provided for admitting learning users to a modular learning system. The user provides identity items and a preferred course of study to the modular learning system. The modular learning system maintains databases of learning applications, learning events, and learning services. The identity items and course of study are used to select a set of learning applications and other learning activities that would be of interest to the user. The selected set of activities is determined based on metadata associated with the various learning activities and the information provided by the learning user.

Abstract: Embodiments of a system and method for generating a computer-based virtual training application are generally described herein. One embodiment for the method comprises generating input data, converting the input data to a predefined format for use by a virtual trainer framework, and generating the virtual training application comprising interactive displays, configured for use on a computer, in response to the virtual trainer framework rendering the input data in the predefined format.

Abstract: A method of controlling a user terminal is provided. The method includes displaying a graphic user interface (GUI) which includes items showing a plurality of class courses which are taught based on a lesson content, and items showing a plurality of activities or materials; selecting one of the displayed items corresponding to the plurality of activities or materials in accordance with a user's input; designating the item of the selected activity or material to one of the items corresponding to the plurality of class courses; and generating the lesson content by storing the class course and lesson plan configuration information corresponding to the activity or material designated to the class course.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method that bring together the advantages of computer games and the physical world to increase engagement, collaboration and learning. The system and method can be used with a myriad of physical setups and can be used for many different content areas in education. In one embodiment, a mixed reality interaction is facilitated with an EarthShake™ game presented on a display. The game is synchronized with a tangible interface comprising a physical object and a sensor capable of detecting a change in the condition of the physical object. The system and method help kids discover scientific and other learning principles while experimenting with real objects in a physical environment supported with audio and visual feedback. Students interactively make predictions, see results, grapple with disconfirming evidence and formulate explanations in forms of general principles.

Abstract: An example method includes outputting a graphical dashboard that includes one or more learning objective nodes and one or more skill nodes, selecting one or more software agents that are associated with the one or more skill nodes, providing, to at least one host computing system, an indication of the one or more software agents that are configured to collect parameter data from the at least one host computing system while a trainee performs actions, receiving the parameter data collected by the one or more software agents during execution, determining, based on the parameter data, that the one or more skills represented by the one or more skill nodes have been demonstrated by the trainee, and updating the one or more skill nodes to graphically indicate that one or more represented skills have been demonstrated.

Abstract: There is provided an interactive book having a plurality of printed pages, where at least one of the plurality of pages includes at least one interactive element, the interactive book configured to wirelessly connect to a media device, transmit a first signal to the media device via the wireless connection, the first signal including a book ID uniquely identifying the interactive book, detect a current page of the plurality of pages, wherein the current page is being viewed by a user, receive an activation signal from the at least one interactive element when a user interacts with the at least one interactive element, and transmit a second signal to the media device via the wireless connection based on the current page and the activation signal.

Abstract: A method for assessing and diagnosing a learner's test taking pattern which leads the learner to choose the wrong answers on exam questions is disclosed, along with a system and materials for conducting the diagnostic method. A method of analyzing test-taking error patterns of multiple learners is also disclosed.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to devices, systems, and methods for measuring values obtained from one or more sensors installed on a player's tennis racket and/or worn on the player's body, and using those values to calculate various parameters, such as the physical position and motion of the tennis racket. Embodiments may translate the parameters and derive one or more occurrences corresponding to phases of a tennis point or drill and then generate real-time audible, visual, and/or haptic coaching prompts and other related commands and signals, for the purpose of improving a player's motor skills. Embodiments may also send and receive messages to/from other embodiments, thereby permitting a player to interact with other players, coaches, or devices, such as ball machines and cameras.

Abstract: A shifter simulator for driver training includes a shaft with a handle affixed to a first end of the shaft and a distal second end of the shaft being interfaced to a shifter mechanism. A first force sensing device is interfaced to the shaft, outputting a value representative of an amount of force applied to the handle in a forward/rearward direction and a second force sensing device is interfaced to the shaft outputting a value representative of an amount of force applied to the handle in a lateral direction.

Abstract: A content delivery system is disclosed herein. The content delivery system includes a content management server, a survey server, and a database server that are communicatingly connected with a plurality of user devices. The database server includes a plurality of databases that are organized in a tiered memory such that prioritized data is placed in memory tier having faster components and non-prioritized data is placed in a memory tier having relatively slower components. The content distribution system can generate an evaluation and evaluation data by identifying a cohort for receipt of the evaluation, compiling the evaluation, and receiving evaluation results.

Abstract: Selecting an instructional video is provided. It is determined that a query is requesting information on how to perform a procedure. A set of instructional videos are accessed corresponding to the information on how to perform the procedure. Information regarding a user of a client device that submitted the query is retrieved from at least one of a set of databases and a set of monitoring devices located on the user via a network. Physiological changes are predicted in the user's current cognitive state based on the information regarding the user retrieved from the set of databases and the set of monitoring devices. An instructional video is selected in the set of instructional videos corresponding to the information on how to perform the procedure based on the user's current cognitive state indicated in the retrieved information regarding the user of the client device.

Abstract: Disclosed is a digital pen that tracks the user's writing and provides useful feedback based on the user's writing. In one embodiment, the pen may provide feedback when the user has written a misspelled word, invalid mathematical expression, or any noncompliant expression. The pen may also provide feedback relating to the user's handwriting. The feedback may be visual, auditory, or tactile, and may be realtime or delayed. Statistics relating to the user's performance may be tracked, uploaded to external devices, and shared with others. This allows the user and interested parties to track the user's progress over time. The disclosed pen will be useful in educational settings.