University of Southern California

Learning Sciences

About Learning Sciences

Computer-mediated instruction is often developed without taking into account ways people learn and methods of teaching that facilitate more effective experiences. This is where ICT's learning sciences are making a difference. Through design, guidance, mentoring, and assessment -- we provide education that is both useful and unforgettable.

Projects

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Virtual Reality Cognitive Performance Assessment Test (VRCPAT)

The VRCPAT makes use of virtual environments to create a…

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US Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) Immersive Training Program

The US Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) Workshops project…

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Transitional Online Post-Deployment Soldier Support in Virtual Worlds (TOPSS-VW)

TOPSS-VW also known as “Coming Home,” implements ICT’s intelligent virtual…

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TACL - Technologies for Accelerated Continuous Learning

In the near term, TACL will gather evidence from two…

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Virtual Patient

Virtual Patients are advanced conversational virtual human agents that have…

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Responsive Virtual Human Museum Guides

With support from the National Science…

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Intelligent Guided Experiential Learning: Tutoring for Practice

Currently, many simulations and games for learning are built without…

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Virtual Reality Psychology and Social Neuroscience

The Laboratory for Virtual Reality, Psychology, Rehabilitation, and Social Neuroscience…

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Future Oriented Research and Creative Endeavors: The “FORCE” Project

The FORCE is investigating potential new distribution avenues to support…

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Cognitive Air Defense – Training System Engagement Control Station Simulation

The CAD-TS ECS2 leverages ICT’s expertise in immersive media techniques…

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AXL—Army Excellence in Leadership

The AXL project focuses on accelerating leadership development. AXL provides…

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AFOSR

Many have argued that emotion is fundamental to cognition, so…

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