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Android avatars enhance distance learning by increasing student motivation and focus compared to video lectures. Factors like perceived human-likeness and competence positively influence the educational experience.

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Area of Science:

Educational Technology
Human-Robot Interaction
Robotics in Education

Background:

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated distance learning adoption globally.
Traditional videoconferencing may lack engagement; android avatars offer a potential improvement.
Android avatars, particularly those with a strong sense of presence, can enhance remote education quality.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the specific educational effects of using android avatars in remote learning.
To compare the effectiveness of android avatar lectures versus traditional video lectures.
To identify factors contributing to the educational impact of android avatars.

Main Methods:

Conducted a laboratory experiment comparing android avatar lectures (Geminoid) with videoconferencing.
Performed a large-scale field experiment using an android avatar for remote classes.
Analyzed student subjective experiences, including feelings of being seen, motivation, and focus.

Main Results:

Android avatar lectures significantly increased students' feelings of being seen, motivation, and focus compared to video lectures.
Student perception of the android's anthropomorphism and competence positively impacted educational experience.
Discomfort with the android avatar negatively affected the subjective educational experience.

Conclusions:

Embodied anthropomorphism plays a crucial role in positive educational experiences with android avatars.
Android avatars hold significant potential for improving the quality and engagement of distance learning.
Both laboratory and large-scale experiments confirm the educational benefits of android avatars.