Innovations such as adaptive learning become fads because, although they sound good in theory, there is a lack of commitment in implementation. Schools are currently structured and evaluated based on a fixed timeline, from admission to graduation, leaving little room for self-paced learning. Also, the shift to adaptive learning would require a monumental effort in developing tools, such as intelligent tutors, which can address all the possible challenges a student might face at any point in learning the material. The assumption that an alternative explanation or more in-depth information offered to struggling students will help them overcome the obstacles is… >>>
