| r e s e a r c h a n d p u b l i c a t i o n s |
| Research interests include social and collaborative learning environments for higher education, adaptive educational systems for special and elementary education, and computer science education research. |
| 2008 |
L. Selänne, J. Kurhila: "Activating Students in E-Learning -- Tools, Time and Support".
In C.J. Bonk, M.M. Lee, T. Reynolds (eds.): Proc. E-Learn 2008, Nov 17-21, Las Vegas, Nevada. Chesapeake, VA: AACE,
pp. 3902-3907.
M-I. Koski, J. Kurhila, T. Pasanen: "Why Using Robots to Teach Computer Science can be Successful -- Theoretical Reflection to Andragogy and Minimalism". In A. Pears, L. Malmi (eds.): Proc. 8th Koli Calling Int'l Conf. on Computing Education Research, Koli National Park, Finland, Nov. 13-16, 2008, pp. 63-71. L. Selänne, J. Kurhila: "Group Dynamics in Socially Aware E-Learning". In Tak-Wai Chan et al. (eds.): Proc. 16th Int'l Conference on Computers in Education (ICCE 2008), Oct 27-31, 2008, Taipei, Taiwan. APSCE, pp. 333-337. T. Hinkkanen, J. Kurhila, T. Pasanen: "Framework for evaluating believability of non-player characters in games". In Proc. 18th European Conference on Artificial Intelligence (ECAI 2008) Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Games (AIG '08) , 2008, pp. 40-44. (Published also in Proc. 13th Finnish Artificial Intelligence Conference (STeP 2008), pp. 81-88.)
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| 2007 |
J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "EDUCO: Social Navigation and Group Formation in Student-Centred E-Learning". Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 18(1), 65-83.
L. Lahti, J. Kurhila: "Low-Cost Portable Text Recognition and Speech Synthesis with Generic Laptop Computer, Digital Camera and Software". In C. Stephanidis (Ed.): Universal Access in HCI, Part II, HCII 2007, LNCS 4555, Springer-Verlag, pp. 918-927. |
| 2006 |
P. Brusilovsky, J. Dron and J. Kurhila (eds.) Proceedings of Workshop on the Social Navigation and Community-Based Adaptation Technologies at the 4th International Conference on Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-Based Systems, Dublin, Ireland, June 20th, 2006. http://www.sis.pitt.edu/~paws/SNC_BAT06/proceedings.html
M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "Supporting Open-Ended Discourse with Transparent Groupware". International Journal of Web Based Communities, 2(1), 17-30. J. Kurhila: "Good Learning in the Era of Social Software and Web 2.0". In Proc. Int'l Conf. on E-Learning: Learning Theories vs Technologies?, Ramkhamhaeng University Press, Bangkok, pages 16.1-16.7. J. Kurhila: "'Unauthorized' Use of Social Software to Support Formal Higher Education". In T.C. Reeves and S.F. Yamashita (eds.): Proc. E-Learn 2006, AACE, pp. 2602-2607. J. Kurhila: "Ihmiset, tietotekniikka ja tietoverkot kehitysyhteistyossa" (in Finnish). FCG Consulting People, December 2006, p. 14. J. Kurhila: "Formal and Informal Learning Online". In T. Alanko and Y.A. Bogoyavlenskiy (eds.): Proc. FDPW'05 -- Advances in Methods of Modern Information Technology (volume 7), Petrozavodsk State University, pp. 104-114. |
| 2005 |
M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, J. Kurhila, H. Tirri: "Evaluating the
Effect of Social Cues with Automated Experiments". Elektrotechnik und
Informationstechnik (e&i), 122(12), 477-481.
P. Nokelainen, M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, P. Floréen, H. Tirri: "A Shared Document-Based Annotation Tool to Support Learner-Centered Collaborative Learning". British Journal of Educational Technology, 36(5), 757-770. M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, J. Kurhila, T. Silander, H. Tirri: "EDUFORM - A Tool for Creating Adaptive Questionnaires". International Journal on E-Learning, 4(3), 365-373. M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, H. Tirri: "On the Prospects of Intelligent Collaborative E-learning Systems". In Proc. 12th Int'l Conf. on Artificial Intelligence in Education (AI-ED 2005). IOS Press, pp. 483-490. M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "OurWeb - Transparent Groupware for Online Communities". In Proc. Int'l Conf. on Web-Based Communities (WBC 2005), IADIS Press, pp. 53-61. |
| 2004 |
P. Kommers, J. Kurhila, E. Sutinen: Mental Programming by Visual Imagination. In: P. Kommers (ed.), Cognitive Support for Learning. Imagining the Unknown. IOS Press, 2004. ISBN 1-58603-421-9. pp. 167-172.
J. Kurhila: "My PhD". In Proc. 4th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT 2004), IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 1058-1059. J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "The Role of the Learning Platform in Student-Centered E-Learning". In Proc. 4th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT 2004), IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 540-544. G. Lugano, P. Nokelainen, M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, H. Tirri: "On the Relationship Between Learners' Orientations and Activity in CSCL". In Proc. 4th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT 2004), IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 759-761. |
| 2003 |
J. Kurhila (ed.): Proceedings of the
3rd Annual Finnish/Baltic Sea Conference on Computer Science Education (Kolin Kolistelut - Koli Calling 2003), Department of Computer Science, Report
B-2003-3, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Printing House.
J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "Enhancing Groupwork with Social Navigation in Collaborative Learning Environment". In Proc. 3rd Annual Finnish/Baltic Sea Conference on Computer Science Education (Kolin Kolistelut - Koli Calling 2003), Department of Computer Science, Report B-2003-3, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Printing House, pp. 15-23. J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, P. Floréen, H. Tirri: "Joint Annotation and Knowledge Building in Collaborative E-Learning". In Proc.World Conference of E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare and Higher Education (E-Learn 2003), AACE, pp. 2249-2252. J. Kurhila: "Tools for On-Line Learning Communities". In Proc. 3rd IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT 2003), IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 518-519. P. Nokelainen, J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Floréen, H. Tirri: "Evaluating the Role of a Shared Document-based Annotation Tool in Learner-centered Collaborative Learning". In Proc. 3rd IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT 2003), IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 200-203. J. Kurhila: "Building Adaptive Learning Material with Distinct Authors". In Proc. HCI International 2003 (Vol. 4, Universal Access in HCI), Lawrence Erlbaum Associates Press, pp. 1138-1142. J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, P. Floreen, H. Tirri: "Peer-to-Peer Learning with Open-Ended Writable Web". In Proc. ITiCSE 2003, ACM Press, pp. 173-177. M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, P. Nokelainen, P. Floreen, H. Tirri: "EDUCOSM - Personalised Writable Web for Learning Communities". In Proc. ITCC 2003, IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 37-42. P. Nokelainen, P. Ruohotie, M. Miettinen, J. Kurhila, H. Tirri: "The role of inservice teachers' motivation, learning strategy and social ability profiles in CSCL". In Proc. SITE 2003, AACE, pp. 1518-1522. A. Nevgi, J. Kurhila, S. Lindblom-Ylänne: "Kohti virtuaalisia oppimisympäristöjä" (Towards virtual learning environments, in Finnish). Chapter 17 in "Yliopisto- ja korkeakouluopettajan käsikirja" (Handbook for University Teachers, in Finnish), WSOY, pp. 376-402. A. Nevgi, S. Lindblom-Ylänne, J. Kurhila: "Yliopisto-opetusta verkossa" (Higher education in the Web, in Finnish). Chapter 18 in "Yliopisto- ja korkeakouluopettajan käsikirja" (Handbook for University Teachers, in Finnish), WSOY, pp. 403-425. J. Kurhila: "Considering Individual Differences in Computer-Supported Special and Elementary Education". PhD Thesis, Dept. of Computer Science, Report A-2003-5, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Printing House 2003. |
| 2002 |
J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "Enhancing the Sense of Other Learners in Student-Centered Web-Based Education". In Proc. Int'l Conference on Computers in Education (ICCE 2002), IEEE Computer Society Press, pp. 318-322.
J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "Use of Social Navigation Features in Collaborative E-Learning". In Proc. World Conference of E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare and Higher Education (E-Learn 2002), AACE, pp. 1738-1741. J. Kurhila, H. Varjola: "Using Adaptive Hypermedia to Evaluate Basic Arithmetic Skills in Special Education". Proceedings of Int'l Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs (ICCHP 2002), Springer LNCS 2398, pp. 98-106. J. Kurhila, M. Lattu, A. Pietilä: "Using Vector-Space Model in Adaptive Hypermedia for Learning". In Proc. Int'l Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS 2002), Springer LNCS 2363, pp. 129-138. J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "Dynamic Profiling in a Real-Time Collaborative Learning Environment". In Proc. Int'l Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS 2002), Springer LNCS 2363, pp. 239-248. J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri: "EDUCO - A Collaborative Learning Environment Based on Social Navigation". In Proc. Int'l Conference on Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web Based Systems (AH 2002), Springer LNCS 2347, pp. 242-252. P. Nokelainen, J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, H. Tirri: "A Tool for Real Time On-Line Collaboration in Web-Based Learning". In Proc. World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications (ED-MEDIA 2002), AACE, pp. 1448-1453 P. Gerdt, J. Kurhila, V. Meisalo, J. Suhonen, E. Sutinen: "Rambling through the Wilds: the Concept of Jagged Study Zones". In Proc.World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications (ED-MEDIA 2002), AACE, pp. 596-601 P. Nokelainen, H. Tirri, J. Kurhila, M. Miettinen, T. Silander: "Optimizing and profiling users online with Bayesian probabilistic modeling". In Proc. Networked Learning in Global Environment (NL 2002), NAISO Academic Press, cd-rom proceedings. M. Miettinen, P. Nokelainen, J. Kurhila, T. Silander, H. Tirri: "Adaptive Profiling Tool for Teacher Education". In Proc. Int'l Conference on Society of Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE 2002), AACE, pp. 1153-1157. J.Kurhila: "Evaluation of faculty workload for various methods in computer science education". In Proc. First Annual Finnish/Baltic Sea Conference on Computer Science Education (Kolin Kolistelut - Koli Calling 2001), Report A-2002-1, University of Joensuu, pp. 62-67. |
| 2001 |
P.Nokelainen, M.Niemivirta, J.Kurhila, M.Miettinen, T.Silander, H.Tirri, Implementation of an Adaptive Questionnaire. In Proc. ED-MEDIA 2001, AACE, pp. 1412-1413.
J.Kurhila, M.Miettinen, M.Niemivirta, P.Nokelainen, T.Silander, H.Tirri: "Bayesian Modeling in an Adaptive On-Line Questionnaire for Education and Educational Research". In Proc. 10th International PEG2001 Conference, June 2001, pp. 194-201. J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen, J.M.Turull Torres: "How to Model a Platform for an Adaptive Learning Environment?". In Proceedings of Int'l Conference on Computers in Education (ICCE 2001), pp. 416-423, Seoul, Korea: Incheon National University of Education (2001). P.Kommers, J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "Mental Programming by Visual Imagination". E.Sutinen (ed.): Proc. 1st Program Visualization Workshop, International Proceedings Series 1, University of Joensuu, 2001, pp. 207-219. |
| 2000 |
J.Kurhila, T.Laine: "Individualized special education with
cognitive skill assessment". British Journal of Educational Technology,
vol. 31, No. 2, 2000, pp. 163-170.
J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "Adaptivity in Ahmed". Proc. 1st International Conference on Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems 2000 (AH 2000), August 28-30, Trento, Italy, 2000. Springer LNCS 1892, pp. 351-354. J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "From intelligent tutoring systems to intelligent learning materials". Proc. World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications (ED-MEDIA 2000), June 26 - July 1, Montreal, Canada. AACE, pp. 511-516. J.Kurhila, L.Paasu, E.Sutinen: "Adaptive support for brain deficits in special education". Proc. 5th International Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems 2000 (ITS 2000), June 19-23, Montreal, Canada, 2000. Springer LNCS 1839, p. 658. J.Kurhila: "Individualization by Software Advisors in Special Education". Ph.Lic. Thesis, University of Helsinki, Department of Computer Science, C-2000-7, 2000. |
| 1999 |
J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "Sharing on open learning space by
individualizing agents". Journal of
Interactive Learning Research (formerly Journal of
Artificial Intelligence in Education), Vol. 10, No.
3/4, 1999, pp. 287-300.
J.Kurhila, T.Laine: "Individualized special education with cognitive skill assessment". Linda Baggot and Jon Nichol (eds.): Proc. 9th International PEG Conference, Intelligent Computer and Communication Technology: Teaching & Learning for the 21th Century. University of Exeter, School of Education, England, 1999 P.Iso-Markku, J.Kurhila: "Sosiaalialan tietotekniikkakartoitus". Osaavien keskusten verkoston julkaisuja 1/1999, Helsinki, 53+41 pages. J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen, J.Tarhio: "Towards meaningful computer uses in education". K.Sarlin (ed.): Proc. Information Technology Shaping European Universities EUNIS'99, Helsinki, Finland, 1999, pp. 261-264 |
| 1998 |
J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "Agents in an Adaptive Learning Environment for Special Needs Education". A.D.N. Edwards, A. Arato, W.L. Zagler (eds.): Computers and Assistive Technology ICCHP '98, Proceedings of the XV. IFIP World Computer Congress, Österreichische Computer Gesellschaft (OCG), Vienna, Austria, 1998, pp.241-249. J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen, S.Jokinen, R.Nyman, P.Väisänen: "Developing an Adaptive Learning Environment for the Disabled". I.Placencia Porrero and E.Ballabio (eds.): Proc. 3rd Technology for Inclusive Design and Equality Congress TIDE '98, IOS Press, Amsterdam, 1998, pp. 126-130. J.Kurhila: "Framework for Distributed Special Needs Education Using an Agent-Based Learning Environment ". I.Niemelä (ed.): Proc. HeCSE Workshop on Emerging Technologies in Distributed Systems. Helsinki University of Technology, Department of Computer Science and Engineering. Research Report A50, March 1998, pp. 43-44. Otaniemi, Finland. |
| 1997 |
T.Eriksson, J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "An Agent-Based Framework for
Special Needs Education". In G.Grahne (ed.): Proc. Sixth Scandinavian
Conference on Artificial Intelligence SCAI '97, IOS Press, Amsterdam,
1997, pp. 270-271.
T.Eriksson, J.Kurhila, E.Sutinen: "An Agent-Based Framework for Special Needs Education (Extended)". SCAI '97 Sixth Scandinavian Conference on Artificial Intelligence: Research Announcements, Helsinki, Finland, August 18-20, 1997, pp. 3-12. University of Helsinki, Department of Computer Science, Report C-1997-49. J.Kurhila: "Verkkokäyttöinen tietokonegrafiikan oppiaineisto". M.Rahkila, T.Takala (Eds.): Tietokoneavusteinen opetus. Helsinki University of Technology, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Telecommunications Software and Multimedia Laboratory, TLM-C1, 1997, 121-132. J.Kurhila, M.Mäkelä: "Valmista oppimateriaalia verkosta - utopiaa vai todellisuutta?". Pedaforum 2/97, 35-37. J.Kurhila, M.Mäkelä: "WWW as a Source to Support Computer Graphics Studies". Published only in the Web at http://www.cs.helsinki.fi/group/goa/artikkeli/article.html J.Kurhila: "Graafisen tietojenkäsittelyn opetus ja opetusmateriaali World Wide Webissä". M.Sc. Thesis, University of Helsinki, Department of Computer Science, C-1997-26, 1997.
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