Componica utilizes the latest software to increase the pace of learning. This slideshare explains how we use empirically derived models to design the pace of learning utilizing spaced repetition learning, embedded computer adaptive testing, vocalized instruction & scripting.

1. Technologies Pertaining to
Self-Learning / Education
Steven C. Mitchell, Ph.D.
Electrical Computer Engineering

2. What Componica Offers
Software Components for the context of
learning:
Spaced repetition learning
Embedded computer adaptive testing
Vocalized instruction / scripting
iPhone and mobile devices application
development

3. Spaced Repetition Learning
An empirically derived model for
scheduling when to present concepts
to maximize material and retention
Student is tested on
previously seen concepts or
self-grades
The response determines to
next time to repeat concept.

4. Memorize Words for Spanish
A vocabulary building program for
iPhone
Students presented vocabulary with
audio in the form of flashcards
Everyday the student evaluates
how well they retained the word,
scheduling the next time they see
the word.
Words games are included to
practice words that are least
proficient.

5. Memorize Words for Spanish
Outstanding app!! Loved being able
to go through word list and pick
which words I want to learn first.
I am a paramedic for the FD and it is
helpful to learn body parts, symptoms
and other medical terms before
learning about train stations, bus
stops or other tourist type things you
have to learn first in other programs.

6. Memorize Words for Spanish
Over 6,300 words, each word has a
recorded pronunciation by a native
speaker.
Application was designed to be adapted
to other languages with minimal
modification.
Russian, French, Korean, German are in
progress for the fall and winter.

7. Simplified Space Repetition App
Removing all vocabulary-building
features, concentrate on memorizing
concepts.
Content is represented as images and
developed by third party.
Images are combined with application to
create a product ready for sale.

8. 10th Hour Anesthesiology
First application using Simplified Space
Repetition.
The Content IP is owned by the client.

9. Computer Adaptive Testing
An internally derived item response theory
implementation for computer adaptive testing.
Example application, the political IQ test during the
2008 elections.
190 multiple choice questions created by a public
school teacher during the summer break covering
current leaders, basic civics, historical facts, etc.
Modeled after an exam required by immigrates
seeking citizenship.

10. Computer Adaptive Testing

11. What does Componica bring?
A sound background in statistical modeling, pattern
recognition, computer vision.
Graduate level developers from the field of
Engineering.
Experience in creating applications for learning and
testing.
A strong group of mobile application developers in
iPhone, Google Android.
Bootstrapped solely by consulting and marketing
internally derived products.