A Multi-Agent Generative AI System for incorporatingBloom’s Taxonomy, Constructivism, and MetacognitionTheories in Student’s Learning Performance
Khadija Sultana, Omid Ameri Sianaki · Journal of the Association for Information Systems · 2025
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Methodology & findings
Study design
Design science research with prototype development; creation of a multi-agent system architecture combining theoretical learning frameworks with generative AI implementation
Primary method
Design Science Research
Main result
The study presents a multi-agent architecture that integrates three theory-aligned agents orchestrated to deliver an integrated learning flow. The contribution includes "a conceptual model linking established learning theories to GenAI agent design, (2) a technical architecture for orchestrating multiple theory-driven agents, (3) a validated prompt-engineering framework operationalising educational theory into structured agent behaviours, and (4) a working prototype implemented in Azure AI Foundry."
Research paradigm
Design Science Research / Constructivism
Author conclusions
The authors conclude that their contribution includes "(1) a conceptual model linking established learning theories to GenAI agent design, (2) a technical architecture for orchestrating multiple theory-driven agents, (3) a validated prompt-engineering framework operationalising educational theory into structured agent behaviours, and (4) a working prototype implemented in Azure AI Foundry." This demonstrates that "Generative AI (GenAI) is ubiquitously reshaping higher education" when grounded in pedagogical theory.
Risk of bias
No user study reported in abstract - cannot assess selection bias, participant representativeness, or attrition; Lack of empirical validation limits generalizability claims; Unknown sample size or evaluation methodology
Open questions raised
- The paper identifies that "Generative AI (GenAI) is ubiquitously reshaping higher education, yet its pedagogical value remains constrained due to lack of theoretical grounding." The gap addressed is that "Current chatbot tutors often operate ad-hoc neglecting established learning principles such as scaffolding, feedback loops, and metacognitive reflection."
- The paper identifies that "current chatbot tutors often operate ad-hoc neglecting established learning principles such as scaffolding, feedback loops, and metacognitive reflection," positioning the need for theory-grounded generative AI systems.
- The paper identifies that "Generative AI (GenAI) is ubiquitously reshaping higher education, yet its pedagogical value remains constrained due to lack of theoretical grounding." Future work likely involves validation of the prototype and empirical testing with student populations.
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