Educational chatbot development informed by clinical simulations

Bibliographic Data

ID21631346
AuthorsAlicia M Drelick (0000-0002-4485-5858, Rowan University, corresponding author), Casey Woodfield (0000-0001-5545-055X, Rowan University), Justin E Freedman (0000-0003-0598-9586, Rowan University)
Year2025
Volume33
Issue3
Pages2044-2055
Publication date2025-03-16
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueInteractive Learning Environments (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1049-4820 • E-ISSN: 1744-5191
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/10494820.2024.2388782
OpenAlexW4401545392
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited23

This manuscript introduces an innovative approach to developing educational chatbots informed by clinical simulations to enhance learning experiences. With the rapid interaction of generative AI in education, this work provides a structured process to creating chatbots that simulate interactions for educational purposes. The four development phases, Conceptualization, Protocol Design, Technical Design, and Trials and Revisions are grounded in the foundational practices of clinical simulations. This approach bridges gaps between theory and practical application of emerging technologies while emphasizing the role of humans at the center of AI-enhanced learning. In addition to technical guidance, pedagogical strategies for introducing chatbots to students are provided. This comprehensive framework can provide educators with tools to create and implement dynamic learning tools to create more personalized and immersive experiences

Chatbot · Computer-Assisted Instruction · Educational technology · Human–computer interaction · Mathematics education · Medical education · Multimedia · World Wide Web · AI in Service Interactions · Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education · Biomedical and Engineering Education · Computer Science · Medicine · Psychology