This article describes how the Internet of Things (IoT) is a new paradigm shift in information technology (IT). The IoT manifests the phenomenon of ubiquitous computing when objects or ‘things' are connected to the Internet providing automated services related to the things. However, few...

Conventional Learning Management System (LMS) lacks automation in the coordination and management of student activities and courses management. This paper presents a conceptual model that applies software agent technology to overcome some of the weaknesses of existing LMSs. The paper discusses...

We investigate the significance of emotions in agent-based systems that support student-lecturer performance evaluation. Emotions are defined as discrete and consistent responding processes that are changed by internal or external events and stimulus. We begin the research by conducting...

Purpose – A pattern of personal intelligence is seen emerging from the concept of agent-mediated personal knowledge management (PKM) in achieving collective organisational goals. The purpose of this paper is to present the results of surveys undertaken to prove this emergence....