A new energy learning support system for higher education was the object of this experiment. The aim of this learning
support system is to support students within an integrative study environment in which various personal skills and
general knowledge on energy related issues are to be developed. The main goals of this learning tool for the students are
to stimulate their interest and creativity, to enhance awareness, to increase capability of researching on the subject and to
improved problem-solving skills on energy related issues.
The salient feature of this learning support system is that it is used for group learning by which each learner can develop
the ability to re¢óect on the subject through mutual discussion. Moreover, in order to keep the attention of the students
on the topic and provide them with a better assimilation of the curriculum, a personiˆed agent is used as a cooperative
associate who assists learners through natural communication, using voice conversation function in Japanese language.
Then, the subject experiment has been conducted. Also, means of effective energy education are discussed in this
research. As a conclusion, this learning support system is proven to be effective and the use of it for energy education is
recommended.