1993 ComputersAsCognitiveTools
- (Lajoie & Derry, 1993) ⇒ Susanne P. Lajoie, and Sharon J. Derry (editors). (1993). “Computers As Cognitive Tools.” Taylor & Francis. ISBN:9781136475474
Subject Headings: Cognitive Tool; Computer Learning Application.
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Highlighting and illustrating several important and interesting theoretical trends that have emerged in the continuing development of instructional technology, this book's organizational framework is based on the notion of two opposing camps. One evolves out of the intelligent tutoring movement, which employs artificial-intelligence technologies in the service of student modeling and precision diagnosis, and the other emerges from a constructivist/developmental perspective that promotes exploration and social interaction, but tends to reject the methods and goals of the student modelers. While the notion of opposing camps tends to create an artificial rift between groups of researchers, it represents a conceptual distinction that is inherently more interesting and informative than the relatively meaningless divide often drawn between “intelligent” and "unintelligent" instructional systems.
An evident trend is that researchers in both "camps" view their computer learning environments as “cognitive tools" that can enhance learning, performance, and understanding. Cognitive tools are objects provided by the instructional environment that allow students to incorporate new auxiliary methods or symbols into their social problem solving which otherwise would be unavailable. A final section of the book represents researchers who are assimilating and accommodating the wisdom and creativity of their neighbors from both camps, perhaps forming the look of technology for the future. When the idea of model tracing in a computer-based environment is combined with appreciation for creative mind-extension cognitive tools and for how a community of learners can facilitate learning, a camp is created where AI technologists and social constructivist learning theorists can feel equally at home.
An Introduction p.1
A Middle Camp for (Un)lntelligent Instructional Computing: An Introduction 1
Pt. I Model Builders p.13
1 Reifying Implicit Planning in Geometry: Guidelines for Model-Based Intelligent Tutoring System Design 15
2 A Comparison of Learning Environments: All That Glitters... 47
3 Motivational Techniques of Expert Human Tutors: Lessons for the Design of Computer-Based Tutors 75
4 Local Cognitive Modeling of Problem-Solving Behavior: An Appllcation of Fuzzy Theory 107
Pt. II Nonmodelers p.141
5 Tutoring Systems and Pedagogical Theory: Representational Tools for Understanding, Planning, and Reflection in Problem Solving 143
6 On the Nature of Pedagogic Computer Tools: The Case of the Writing Partner 179
7 Authors of Knowledge: Patterns of Hypermedia Design 197
8 Constructing a Joint Problem Space: The Computer as a Tool for Sharing Knowledge 229
Pt. III Bridging Differences In Opposing Camps p.259
9 Computer Environments as Cognitive Tools for Enhancing Learning 261
10 The Role of the Tutor in Computer-Based Collaborative Learning Situations 289
11 The Discovery and Reflection Notation: A Graphical Trace for Supporting Self-Regulation in Computer-Based Laboratories 319
Pt. IV Discussants p.339
12 Gazing Once More Into the Silicon Chip: Who's Revolutionary Now? 341
13 Information Technology and the Future of Education 369
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| Author | volume | Date Value | title | type | journal | titleUrl | doi | note | year | |
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| 1993 ComputersAsCognitiveTools | Susanne P. Lajoie Sharon J. Derry | Computers As Cognitive Tools | 9781136475474 | 1993 |