Physics Problem Solving in Cooperative Learning Groups

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Physics Problem Solving in Cooperative Learning Groups PDF

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https://groups.spa.umn.edu/physed/People/Hollabaugh%20Dissertation.pdf

Creator:

Hollabaugh, Mark

Publisher:

University of Minnesota

Description: This research investigated the process of argument co-construction in 14 cooperative problem-solving groups in an algebra-based, college level, introductory physics course. The results of the research provide a rich description of argument co-construction, which, while predicted in previous literature, has not been systematically described. The research was a qualitative, case-study analysis of each group's discussion of the "physics description" portion of the group's problem solution. In a physics description physics concepts and principles are use to qualitatively analyze the problem. Transcripts were made from videotapes and the analysis focused on sequential groups of statements, called episodes, instead of isolated, individual statements. The groups' episodes were analyzed and described in terms of Stephen Toulmin's argument structure which consists of claims, grounds, warrants, and backings.

LC Classification:

Bibliography. Library science. Information resources (General) -- Subject bibliography -- Education -- Special topics, A-Z -- Group work. Team learning
Education -- Theory and practice of education -- Teaching (Principles and practice) -- Active learning
Science -- Mathematics -- Algebra -- Study and teaching. Research
Science -- Physics -- Study and teaching. Research -- Problems, exercises, examinations

GEM Subject:

Mathematics
Science -- Physics

Key Concept:

Physics
Mathematics -- Algebra

Resource Type:

Reference Material
Instructional Material

Format:

Document -- PDF

Audience:

Educator
Learner
Professional/Practitioner

Education Level:

High School
Higher Education
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Lower Division)
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Lower Division)
Vocational/Professional Development Education

Language:

English

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Free access

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