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Problem-Solving through Technology: An Interpretive Dilemma.

Authors :
Rowell, Patricia M.
Gustafson, Brenda J.
Guilbert, Sandra M.
Source :
Alberta Journal of Educational Research. Sum-Fall 1997 43(2-3):86-98.
Publication Year :
1997

Abstract

Interviews with 20 engineers revealed that their approach to technological problem-solving bore little resemblance to the model of "problem-solving through technology" in the Alberta elementary science curriculum. Engineers emphasized the importance of context and previous experience in making decisions about each unique situation, whereas the school program suggests a sequence to be used in all contexts. (SV)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0002-4805
Volume :
43
Issue :
2-3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Alberta Journal of Educational Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ551089
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research