The effects of scaffolded computerized science problem-solving on achievement outcomes: a comparative study of support programs.

This study examined the effect of scaffolding learning components in a computerized environment, for students solving qualitative science problems in a simulation of laboratory experiments. Four scaffolding components were identified (structural, reflective, subject-matter and enrichment) and used i...

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Publicado en:Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 23; no. 5; pp. 410 - 425
Autor principal: Fund Z
Formato: pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Wiley-Blackwell Oct2007
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        au: Fund Z
        affil: Bar-Ilan University, School of Education, Ramat-Gan 52900, Israel; fundzv@mail.biu.ac.il
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          Computer-Assisted Instruction In Adolescence
          Curriculum In Adolescence
          Adolescence
          Analysis of Variance
          Chi Square Test
          Comparative Studies
          Female
          Human
          Israel
          Male
          Outcomes of Education
          Post Hoc Analysis
          Schools, Middle
          Students, Middle School
          Adolescent: 13-18 years
          Female
          Male
      ab: This study examined the effect of scaffolding learning components in a computerized environment, for students solving qualitative science problems in a simulation of laboratory experiments. Four scaffolding components were identified (structural, reflective, subject-matter and enrichment) and used in different configurations to construct four unique cognitive and meta-cognitive support programs based on human teaching. These ranged from low (Enrichment) to full support (Integrated). We compared the scaffolded groups with one another and with a non-scaffolded control group. A 'mathematics and reading comprehension' questionnaire was used to divide the participants ( n = 473) into ability levels. At different points of time, achievement outcomes were measured by three open-ended subject-matter questionnaires, tapping knowledge and understanding. The findings indicate differential effects of the support programs mostly in the following order: Integrated > Strategic > Operative > Enrichment > Control. The structural component seems to be a sine qua non for success and has a consistent and powerful influence. The combination of reflection and structural components, however, are needed for superior achievement. Both reflection and subject-matter components work cumulatively over time.
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