Personalized Adaptive System for Enhancing University Student Performance in Sri Lanka

Abstract

The growing need for personalized learning strategies has driven the development of data-driven solutions to meet the diverse needs of Sri Lankan university students. A key challenge lies in identifying optimal learning paths that align with individual capabilities, learning styles, and engagement behaviors to improve academic performance. While previous research has explored generalized learning models, these often fail to adapt to the specific demands of individual learners. Traditional strategies lack personalization, resulting in inconsistent learning progress. To address this gap, the research introduces an assistive, data-driven approach that leverages Self-Organizing Maps (SOMs), Adaptive Learning (AL), Content-Based Filtering, Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), and Social Network Analysis (SNA) to create optimized, personalized learning strategies. Clustering algorithms and predictive analysis were used to segment learners and deliver tailored interventions based on their behavior. The proposed system integrates advanced machine learning techniques to enhance student engagement and improve overall academic outcomes through personalized pathways.