Developing and refining mental models in open-ended learning environments: A case study |
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Authors: | Kevin Oliver Michael Hannafin Professor and the Charles H Wheatley |
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Institution: | (1) Ed Tech Dept. at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg;(2) Georgia Research Alliance Eminent, Georgia, USA;(3) Learning and Performance Support Laboratory, University of Georgia, Athens |
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Abstract: | This qualitative case study focused on the nature of science learning through open-ended problem solving. Twelve eighth graders
were asked to find, frame, and resolve subproblems associated with structural failures resulting from earthquakes. Coded interviews,
artifacts, and observations from the four-week study suggested students only partially derived accurate mental models about
earthquake engineering problems. Recommendations for improving student problem understanding in open-ended environments include
the explication of student hypotheses related to problems, and the continual testing of belief via analogical reasoning, research,
communication, and tool use. |
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