This paper proposes a Personalized e-CourseComposition approach based on Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm, called PC 2 PSO, to compose appropriate e-learning materials into personalized e-courses for individual learners. The PC 2 PSO composes a personalized e-course according to (1) whether or not the covered learning concepts of the personalized e-course meets the expected learning target of a learner, (2) whether or not the difficulty of the e-learning material matches a learner's ability, (3) the limitation of learning time for individual learners, and (4) the balance of the weight of learning concepts that are covered in a personalized e-course. PC 2 PSO can provide a truly personalized learning environment when used in conjunction with an Intelligent Tutoring System (ITS). When an e-course authoring tool is based on the proposed approach, the PC 2 PSO can facilitate instructors in selecting appropriate e-learning materials from a mass of candidate e-learning materials, and then saves time and effort in the e-course editing process.
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