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Concept List

This numbered list contains 220 concepts for the Learning Sciences for Intelligent Textbook Design course. Each number is a unique ConceptID used downstream in learning-graph.csv and learning-graph.json.

Foundations

  1. Learning Sciences
  2. Instructional Design
  3. Cognitive Science
  4. Educational Psychology
  5. Neuroscience in Learning
  6. Evidence-Based Pedagogy
  7. Bloom Taxonomy 2001
  8. Learning Objective
  9. Intelligent Textbook
  10. Generative AI
  11. Large Language Model
  12. Claude Code
  13. Agent Skill
  14. MkDocs Material
  15. Markdown Authoring

Seven Domains Overview

  1. Seven Domains
  2. Motivation Domain
  3. Understanding Domain
  4. Retention Domain
  5. Application Domain
  6. Expertise Domain
  7. Measurement Domain
  8. Learning Conditions Domain

Motivation and Engagement

  1. Intrinsic Motivation
  2. Extrinsic Motivation
  3. Self-Determination Theory
  4. Autonomy Need
  5. Competence Need
  6. Relatedness Need
  7. Flow State
  8. Goal Orientation
  9. Growth Mindset
  10. Fixed Mindset
  11. Self-Efficacy
  12. Engagement
  13. Attention
  14. Attention Capture
  15. Sustained Attention
  16. Curiosity
  17. Interest Development
  18. ARCS Model

Cognitive Architecture and Understanding

  1. Sensory Memory
  2. Iconic Memory
  3. Echoic Memory
  4. Working Memory
  5. Miller's Law
  6. Phonological Loop
  7. Visuospatial Sketchpad
  8. Central Executive
  9. Long-Term Memory
  10. Semantic Memory
  11. Episodic Memory
  12. Procedural Memory
  13. Schema
  14. Schema Construction
  15. Chunking
  16. Encoding
  17. Consolidation
  18. Elaboration
  19. Dual Coding Theory
  20. Multimedia Learning Theory
  21. Cognitive Load
  22. Intrinsic Cognitive Load
  23. Extraneous Cognitive Load
  24. Germane Cognitive Load
  25. Cognitive Load Theory

Knowledge Retention

  1. Retrieval Practice
  2. Testing Effect
  3. Spaced Repetition
  4. Massed Practice
  5. Distributed Practice
  6. Interleaving
  7. Forgetting Curve
  8. Retrieval Cue
  9. Recall vs Recognition
  10. Retrieval Strength
  11. Storage Strength
  12. Desirable Difficulty
  13. Leitner System
  14. Spaced Retrieval Scheduling

Knowledge Application and Transfer

  1. Knowledge Transfer
  2. Near Transfer
  3. Far Transfer
  4. Novel Problem Solving
  5. Unlearning
  6. Misconception
  7. Conceptual Change
  8. Mental Model
  9. Analogical Reasoning
  10. Problem-Based Learning
  11. Case-Based Learning
  12. Worked Example
  13. Example-Problem Pair
  14. Scenario-Based Assessment

Expertise and Mastery

  1. Expertise
  2. Deliberate Practice
  3. Pattern Recognition
  4. Automaticity
  5. Novice Expert Difference
  6. Expert Chunking
  7. Dreyfus Skill Model
  8. Tacit Knowledge
  9. Explicit Knowledge
  10. Mastery Learning
  11. Ten Thousand Hour Rule

Measurement and Feedback

  1. Formative Assessment
  2. Summative Assessment
  3. Learning Analytics
  4. Feedback Loop
  5. Immediate Feedback
  6. Delayed Feedback
  7. Corrective Feedback
  8. Assessment Rubric
  9. Item Response Theory
  10. Diagnostic Assessment
  11. Metacognition
  12. Self-Regulated Learning
  13. Learning Dashboard
  14. A/B Testing in Learning
  15. Quality Metrics

Learning Conditions and Environment

  1. Learning Environment
  2. Scaffolding
  3. Zone of Proximal Development
  4. Social Learning Theory
  5. Community of Practice
  6. Constructivism
  7. Situated Cognition
  8. Universal Design for Learning
  9. Accessibility
  10. Psychological Safety
  11. Culturally Responsive Teaching
  12. Classroom Discourse
  13. Online Learning Environment
  14. Blended Learning

Intelligent Textbook Architecture

  1. Intelligent Textbook Design
  2. Learning Graph
  3. Concept Dependency
  4. DAG Structure
  5. Concept Node
  6. Concept Edge
  7. Glossary
  8. FAQ Section
  9. Quiz Bank
  10. Chapter Outline
  11. Chapter Content Authoring
  12. Reference List
  13. Table of Contents
  14. Search Index
  15. Site Navigation
  16. Print-Friendly Output

AI Skills and Tooling

  1. Prompt Engineering
  2. Context Window
  3. Token Budgeting
  4. SKILL.md Format
  5. Skill Invocation
  6. Course Description Analyzer
  7. Learning Graph Generator
  8. Book Chapter Generator
  9. Chapter Content Generator
  10. Glossary Generator
  11. FAQ Generator
  12. Quiz Generator
  13. MicroSim Generator
  14. Story Generator
  15. Reference Generator
  16. Book Metrics Generator
  17. Diagram Reports Generator
  18. LinkedIn Announcement Generator
  19. Concept Classifier

MicroSims

  1. MicroSim
  2. MicroSim Design Principles
  3. p5.js Library
  4. Chart.js Library
  5. Plotly Library
  6. Mermaid Diagram
  7. vis-network Library
  8. Leaflet Map Library
  9. Venn.js Library
  10. Interactive Infographic
  11. MicroSim Control Complexity
  12. Iframe Embedding
  13. Screen Capture Automation
  14. Diagram Overlay Pattern

Pedagogical Mascots and Admonitions

  1. Pedagogical Mascot
  2. Mascot Persona
  3. Mascot Visual Identity
  4. Mascot Voice Guide
  5. Mascot Admonition
  6. Hint Admonition
  7. Warning Admonition
  8. Tip Admonition
  9. Encouragement Admonition
  10. Danger Admonition
  11. Understanding Check Admonition
  12. Admonition CSS Styling
  13. Narrative Voice Consistency

Graphic Novels and Stories

  1. Graphic Novel Chapter
  2. Short-Form Narrative
  3. Twelve Panel Story
  4. Panel Composition
  5. Image Prompt Engineering
  6. Image Generation
  7. Historical Figure Selection
  8. Narrative Transportation
  9. Story Arc Structure
  10. Character Design
  11. Speech Bubble Design
  12. Caption Box Writing
  13. Historical Accuracy Check
  14. Story Engagement Techniques

Capstone and Deployment

  1. Capstone Project
  2. GitHub Pages Deployment
  3. MkDocs Build Process
  4. Portfolio Artifact
  5. Peer Review Process
  6. Iterative Improvement
  7. Accessibility Audit Basics
  8. Publishing Workflow
  9. Chapter Rubric Evaluation
  10. Mastery Demonstration
  11. Image Generation Costs