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Psychophysiological correlates of learner-instructor interaction: A scoping review.
Tatiana Kustova1, Alena Vodneva1, Margarita Tcepelevich1
1Scientific Center for Cognitive Sciences, Sirius University of Science and Technology, Sirius, Krasnodar region 354340, Russia.
This review explores how learner-instructor interactions are measured using psychophysiological indicators. Findings suggest brain synchronization and student engagement correlate with learning outcomes, but more research is needed.
Area of Science:
- Educational Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Science
Background:
- Learner-instructor interactions are crucial for effective education.
- Understanding the psychophysiological underpinnings of these interactions can optimize learning.
- Previous research has explored various indicators but lacked a synthesized overview.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review studies on real-time learner-instructor interactions.
- To identify psychophysiological indicators associated with learning processes.
- To examine the relationship between these indicators and learning outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search yielding 2,663 articles, with 26 peer-reviewed articles selected.
- Analysis of studies employing neuroimaging, eye-tracking, and peripheral physiological measures.
- Categorization of findings related to attention, engagement, inter-brain synchronization, and interpersonal behavior.
Main Results:
- Inter-brain synchronization in specific brain regions correlates positively with learning outcomes.
- Decreased electroencephalography (EEG) occipital alpha rhythm indicates heightened student attention and engagement.
- Physiological measures like heart rate and electrodermal activity correlate with engagement and instructional strategies.
Conclusions:
- Psychophysiological indicators offer insights into learner-instructor dynamics and learning outcomes.
- Inter-brain synchronization and student engagement are key correlates.
- Further research is necessary to confirm findings due to methodological variations.
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