1st Edition

Computers As Cognitive Tools

Edited By Susanne P. Lajoie, Sharon J. Derry Copyright 1993
410 Pages
by Routledge

412 Pages
by Routledge

416 Pages
by Routledge

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... Read more
Contents: S.J. Derry, S.P. Lajoie, A Middle Camp for (Un)Intelligent Instructional Computing: An Introduction. Part I:Model Builders. K.R. Koedinger, J.R. Anderson, Reifying Implicit Planning in Geometry: Guidelines for Model-Based Intelligent Tutoring System Design. V.J. Shute, A Comparison of Learning Environments: All That Glitters... M.R. Lepper, M. Woolverton, D.L. Mumme, J-L. Gurtner, Motivational Techniques of Expert Human Tutors: Lessons for the Design of Computer-Based Tutors. S.J. Derry, L.W. Hawkes, Local Cognitive Modeling of Problem-Solving Behavior: An Application of Fuzzy Theory. Part II:Non-Modelers. K. Reusser, Tutoring Systems and Pedagogical Theory: Representational Tools for Understanding, Planning, and Reflection in Problem Solving. G. Salomon, On the Nature of Pedagogic Computer Tools: The Case of the Writing Partner. R. Lehrer, Authors of Knowledge: Patterns of Hypermedia Design. S.D. Teasley, J. Roschelle, Constructing a Joint Problem Space: The Computer as a Tool for Sharing Knowledge. Part III:Bridging Differences in Opposing Camps. S.P. Lajoie, Computer Environments as Cognitive Tools for Enhancing Learning. S. Katz, A. Lesgold, The Role of the Tutor in Computer-Based Collaborative Learning Situations. L. Schauble, K. Raghavan, R. Glaser, The Discovery and Reflection Notation: A Graphical Trace for Supporting Self-Regulation in Computer-Based Laboratories. Part IV:Discussants. S.F. Chipman, Gazing Once More Into the Silicon Chip: Who's Revolutionary Now? A. Lesgold, Information Technology and the Future of Education.

Biography

Susanne P. Lajoie, Sharon J. Derry

"This book will be a valuable resource to researchers and educators at all levels who are interested in statistical problem solving, how students best learn statistics, and how to assess student progress in statistics.
Teaching Children Mathematics