Interactive opponents generate interesting games

In this paper we present experiments on neuroevolution mechanisms applied to predator/prey multi-character computer games. Our test-bed is a computer game where the prey (i.e. player) has to avoid its predators by escaping through an exit without getting killed. By viewing the game from the predators’ (i.e. opponents’) perspective, we attempt off-line to evolve neural-controlled opponents, whose communication is based on partial implicit information, capable of playing effectively against computer-guided fixed strategy players. However, emergent near-optimal behaviors make the game less interesting to play. We therefore discuss the criteria that make a game interesting and, furthermore, we introduce a generic measure of this category of (i.e. predator/prey) computer games’ interest (i.e. player’s satisfaction from the game). Given this measure, we present an evolutionary mechanism for opponents that keep learning from a player while playing against it (i.e. on-line) and we demonstrate its efficiency and robustness in increasing and maintaining the game’s interest. Computer game opponents following this on-line learning approach show high adaptability to changing player strategies which provides evidence for the approach’s effectiveness against human players.peer-reviewe

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Children's Education for A Digital Future

Society 5.0 is a plan to generate a human-focused society that focuses on economic and social growth in Japan. The idea emerged as an evolution of Industrial Revolution 4.0, which is thought to have the capacity to revolutionize technology. One of the main features of Society 5.0 is the use of artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence brings many benefits to various fields. One of them is in the field of education. Many studies claim that artificial intelligence can help ease human work and increase knowledge and skills in the field of education. Artificial intelligence has introduced fundamental challenges to education for students, educators and parents. But they are indirectly forced to use AI to learn. This is a solution, as well as a new problem that the education community must immediately adapt. Artificial intelligence has already become a part of education at high schools and colleges. However, at the kindergarten level, it is rarely used. On average, students at this level already have an AI-powered device at home. This study focuses on the role of artificial intelligence at the kindergarten level. This study recommends the importance of AI education at the kindergarten level to instill Artificial Intelligence skills in children from an early age, prepare them for the future of a digitalized world, and improve their computational and problem-solving abilities with artificial intelligence. Keywords: Artificial intelligence, education, digital future, children, AI literac

ADVENT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES IN NIGERIA EDUCATION SYSTEM

The growing speed of Information and Communication Technology has paved way to more technological advancement which has opened up a novel subject matter named Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. This paper focuses on advent of artificial intelligence: prospects and challenges in Nigeria education system. It is envisaged that Artificial Intelligence systems are becoming adopted and its application is racing fast in teaching and learning, hence, the need to look at highlights on achievements of Artificial Intelligence, benefits of Artificial Intelligence, challenges of Artificial Intelligence and the way-forward. In addition, suggestions made include that government should make deliberate and conscious effort to fund the project, involvement of teachers and students, training and retraining of teachers. These suggestions made if put into consideration will compliment and support teachers to combine human capabilities with artificial intelligence to bring about quality delivery in lifelong education

Analysis of New Advances in the Application of Artificial Intelligence to Education

Artificial intelligence is an important innovation in the rapid development of modern Internet. In the 21st century, human beings have been continuously researching and exploring Internet information technology. All kinds of application forms of Internet informatization begin to appear in our life. The rapid change of technology brings a high upgrade rate of internet products. This marks the technological innovation of some traditional concepts and thinking methods. The development mode of artificial intelligence plus education is an important innovation after the deep development of artificial intelligence technology and the achievement of cross-industry application practice. Robots will be the brains of the future education process. This paper aims to clarify the development trend of the application of artificial intelligence in modern education by analyzing the innovation progress of the combination of artificial intelligence technology and contemporary education. This is of great significance for better use of the advantages of artificial intelligence to build a future-oriented high-tech education system

New advances in the application of AI to education system

Artificial intelligence is an important innovation in the rapid development of modern Internet. In the 21st century, human beings have been continuously researching and exploring Internet information technology. All kinds of application forms of Internet informatization begin to appear in our life. The rapid change of technology brings a high upgrade rate of internet products. This marks the technological innovation of some traditional concepts and thinking methods. The development mode of artificial intelligence plus education is an important innovation after the deep development of artificial intelligence technology and the achievement of cross-industry application practice. Robots will be the brains of the future education process. This paper aims to clarify the development trend of the application of artificial intelligence in modern education by analyzing the innovation progress of the combination of artificial intelligence technology and contemporary education. This is of great significance for better use of the advantages of artificial intelligence to build a future-oriented high-tech education system. (DIPF/Orig.

Ways Artificial Intelligence Will Shape eLearning

The paper seeks to highlight the significance of artificial intelligence (AI) in eLearning. The research problem for analysis is how eLearning and the use of artificial intelligence make education more accessible and cost-effective. Therefore, the research investigates whether Artificial Intelligence in the e-learning will improve the quality of education offered in various universities. The method used to address the problem is a theoretical lens and quantitative research that investigates the significance of Artificial intelligence in e-learning. The study indicates that artificial intelligence in eLearning provides learners with skills without looking for an instructor. The artificial intelligence machine provides relevant information that prepares a learner in the workplace environment. The significance of the research project is making education more accessible and improving the lives of disabled persons

Classroom 4.0

Artificial intelligence, once the stuff of futuristic books and films, is finding its way onto college campuses. How is American higher education adapting to the digital age

Editor’s Note

This special issue “Artificial Intelligence and Social Application” includes extended versions of selected papers from Artificial Intelligence and Education area of the 13th edition of the Ibero-American Conference on Artificial Intelligence, held in Cartagena de Indias - Colombia, November, 2012. The issue includes, thus, five selected papers, describing innovative research work, on Artificial Intelligence in Education area including, among others: Recommender Systems, Learning Objects, Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Multi-Agent Systems, Virtual Learning Environments, Case-based reasoning and Classifiers Algorithms. This issue also includes six papers in the Interactive Multimedia and Artificial Intelligence areas, dealing with subjects such as User Experience, E-Learning, Communication Tools, Multi-Agent Systems, Grid Computing. IBERAMIA 2012 was the 13th edition of the Ibero-American Conference on Artificial Intelligence, a leading symposium where the Ibero-American AI community comes together to share research results and experiences with researchers in Artificial Intelligence from all over the world. The papers were organized in topical sections on knowledge representation and reasoning, information and knowledge processing, knowledge discovery and data mining, machine learning, bio-inspired computing, fuzzy systems, modelling and simulation, ambient intelligence, multi-agent systems, human-computer interaction, natural language processing, computer vision and robotics, planning and scheduling, AI in education, and knowledge engineering and applications

Artificial intelligence in higher education industry : just a brief introduction to complexity of an issue of future challenges

Purpose: The article was written for review purposes in order to bring the definition of artificial intelligence closer and briefly present the possibilities of its use in management and economic sciences, as well as in higher education. Design/methodology/approach: In order to obtain the desired information, the author conducted a research of the scientific papers on the relationship between higher education and artificial intelligence and extracted the most important conclusions and theories. Findings: The review of the literature allowed the author to determine that there are many applications for artificial intelligence in higher education, but it should be noted that it should always be under human control and verification. Originality/value: Apart from a brief attempt at the definition of AI and its use in higher education, the author also presents a critical perspective and possible threats, as well as proposes solutions that can regulate the ways of using artificial intelligence not only in higher education, but also in other areas of industry and social life

Issues and Path Selection of Artificial Intelligence Design Talents Training in applied Undergraduate Universities in Smart City

The widespread popularity and application of artificial intelligence technology requires technological innovation, of which talent training is an important content. The lack of professional talents has greatly restricted the development of the artificial intelligence industry to some extent. How to train industrial design talents with comprehensive qualities of artificial intelligence design talents in universities has now become the most important topic. Carry out university teacher training based on the industrial design profession, carry out the collaborative education innovation model based on university-enterprise-government , innovative ability and awareness training curriculum system, and use artificial intelligence talent training goals and curriculum system for the construction and practice of goals. Analyze the current plight of artificial intelligence design talent training in applied general universities, clarify the current types and status quo of artificial intelligence design talents, and propose specific ways to solve the current artificial intelligence design talent training. There are few relevant talents for artificial intelligence design professionals who can combine their ideas and technology in actual production. The lack of design talents has greatly limited the development of their industries to some extent. The current application-oriented undergraduates Colleges and universities should explore specific paths for the training of artificial intelligence design talents, and the construction and practice of related curriculum systems should also be gradually revised during practical exploration, so as to realize innovative education through educational innovation