Abstract
Open-ended investigations, supported by class
discussion, can lead to a deep exploration of a topic.
Here we discuss this idea using a set of wooden
models or machines. Each model has the same
elements: a handle that can be turned but with a
different effect on turning for each model.Working
with Year 2 and Year 6 (ages 7 and 11) classes
illustrates the different manual and oral capabilities
between younger and older age groups.The younger
age group showed that they are still able to articulate
quite sophisticated concepts using these models.The
models can also be used in a range of activities and,
in particular, in cross-disciplinary studies.
discussion, can lead to a deep exploration of a topic.
Here we discuss this idea using a set of wooden
models or machines. Each model has the same
elements: a handle that can be turned but with a
different effect on turning for each model.Working
with Year 2 and Year 6 (ages 7 and 11) classes
illustrates the different manual and oral capabilities
between younger and older age groups.The younger
age group showed that they are still able to articulate
quite sophisticated concepts using these models.The
models can also be used in a range of activities and,
in particular, in cross-disciplinary studies.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 35-39 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of Emergent Science |
| Volume | 16 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2019 |
Keywords
- Argumentation,
- machines
- pushes and pulls
- open investigations