Design and effects of the teacher-student interaction model in the online learning spaces

The interaction between teachers and students is vital for promoting teaching quality. Online learning spaces have various features that can support teacher-student interaction in online learning contexts. In this study, a preliminary model was developed by analyzing the principles underlying the interaction between teachers and students and the support features of online learning spaces. Then, the interaction model was refined and validated in three rounds of teaching practice involving 31 college students. A real-time dynamic artificial intelligence analysis system was used to analyze the teacher-student interaction during three rounds of design-based research. The results showed that the model significantly fostered students’ engagement during the interaction. Moreover, students significantly improved their final exam scores and their innovative problem-solving ability after the intervention.