Socratic Playground for Learning (SPL): An AI-Powered Personal Tutor Based on Guided Dialogue with Self-Discovery
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2026-03-26
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This presentation introduces the Socratic Playground for Learning (SPL), an AI-powered personal tutoring system designed to enhance learning through guided dialogue and self-discovery. Drawing on the principles of Socratic learning, the system leverages artificial intelligence to promote critical thinking, metacognition, and personalized learning experiences.
The presentation explores how generative AI can transform traditional instructor-led training into learner-centered education by enabling adaptive learning pathways, real-time feedback, and interactive knowledge construction. It highlights key features such as scaffolded responses, personalized support, and knowledge checks, while emphasizing responsible AI use within knowledge management frameworks. The work situates AI-enabled learning within broader concepts such as human-centered AI and responsible knowledge management in the context of Society
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This presentation provides both a conceptual and applied perspective on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into learning and knowledge management systems.
Key components include:
Introduction to the Socratic Learning approach and its pedagogical foundations
Design and functionality of the Socratic Playground for Learning (SPL)
Application of generative AI in: Personalized learning pathways, Adaptive content generation, Real-time feedback and assessment
Features of AI-supported learning tools: Socratic questioning and guided dialogue, Scaffolded explanations, Knowledge checks and learner evaluation
Transition from instructor-led to learner-centric education models
Role of AI in supporting: Metacognition and deep learning, Independent and self-paced learning, Human–machine collaboration
Discussion of Responsible Knowledge Management (rKM) and ethical AI use
Opportunities and challenges of AI in education, including: Curriculum design and personalization, Digital inclusion and accessibility, Bias, fairness, and transparency, Evolving role of educators
The presentation emphasizes the importance of aligning AI technologies with human-centered learning principles and responsible knowledge management practices to ensure ethical, effective, and inclusive educational transformation.
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Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Management, Socratic Learning, Personalized Learning, Digital Education, Responsible AI, Human-centered AI, SPL, Educational Technology
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Tsui, E. (2026, March 26). Socratic playground for learning (SPL): An AI-powered personal tutor based on guided dialogue with self-discovery [Presentation]. Responsible Use of AI in Knowledge Management.