Application of computer vision technologies for automatic data collection about emotions of students during group work

Abstract

Today the global scientific community is actively discussing the issues on the application of artificial intelligence in education. One of the least studied technologies in terms of its application in education is computer vision. The development and implementation of intelligent systems based on video analysis and machine learning algorithms provide new opportunities for teachers and staff of the educational organization administration to understand and transform the educational process. The article discusses the use of video analysis technologies from cameras with a 360-degree view to collect data on the emotional state of students during group work in the classroom. In the course of the described research, a software solution for automatic emotions data collection during students’ teamwork leaning was developed. This solution can be used for future research aimed at studying the impact of emotional state on students’ educational success. The results of the study can be used to form the research agenda of Russian universities in order to implement the objectives of the section “Education and personnel” of the program “Digital economy of the Russian Federation”, approved by the Government of the Russian Federation.