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This study investigates the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered,multi-role chatbots as a means to enhance learning experiences and fosterengagement in computer science education. Leveraging a design-based researchapproach, we develop, implement, and evaluate a novel learning environmentenriched with four distinct chatbot roles: Instructor Bot, Peer Bot, CareerAdvising Bot, and Emotional Supporter Bot. These roles, designed around thetenets of Self-Determination Theory, cater to the three innate psychologicalneeds of learners - competence, autonomy, and relatedness. Additionally, thesystem embraces an inquiry-based learning paradigm, encouraging students to askquestions, seek solutions, and explore their curiosities.  We test this system in a higher education context over a period of one monthwith 200 participating students, comparing outcomes with conditions involving ahuman tutor and a single chatbot. Our research utilizes a mixed-methodsapproach, encompassing quantitative measures such as chat log sequenceanalysis, and qualitative methods including surveys and focus group interviews.By integrating cutting-edge Natural Language Processing techniques such astopic modelling and sentiment analysis, we offer an in-depth understanding ofthe system's impact on learner engagement, motivation, and inquiry-basedlearning.  This study, through its rigorous design and innovative approach, providessignificant insights into the potential of AI-empowered, multi-role chatbots inreshaping the landscape of computer science education and fostering anengaging, supportive, and motivating learning environment.

AI Chatbots as Multi-Role Pedagogical Agents: Transforming Engagement in CS Education