Examining System Dynamics Models Together: Using Variation Theory to Identify

Aditomo, Anindito and Thompson, Kate and Reimann, Peter (2012) Examining System Dynamics Models Together: Using Variation Theory to Identify. In: The Future of Learning: 10th International Conference of the Learning Sciences. International Society of the Learning Sciences, Sydney, pp. 441-446.

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Abstract

This study applies variation theory to examine the discourse of three online groups learning about the structure and behavior of simple population models. Students’ discussions were examined to reveal whether the discussions provided opportunities to become aware of possible variations corresponding to those critical dimensions. The findings indicated that only in Group 1 did the discussion open variations corresponding to critical dimensions of the model structure and growth patterns. We propose that variation theory is useful as an analytic lens for researchers interested in collaborative learning particularly in online environments, and also as an instructional design tool for teachers in designing collaborative tasks.

Item Type:	Book Section
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Psychology > Department of Psychology
Depositing User:	Anindito Aditomo 205003
Date Deposited:	04 Feb 2013 04:13
Last Modified:	04 Feb 2013 04:13
URI:	http://repository.ubaya.ac.id/id/eprint/3064

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