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A technological platform for trans-media scientific exploration

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Paulo Blikstein,

Uri WilenskyAuthors Info & Claims

IDC '06: Proceedings of the 2006 conference on Interaction design and children

Pages 161 - 162

https://doi.org/10.1145/1139073.1139074

Published: 07 June 2006 Publication History

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A considerable body of research has demonstrated the benefits of modeling a variety of scientific phenomena via the multi-agent approach and its vast potential in education. However, most multi-agent simulations are purely virtual, with no connection to the physical world. To address this issue, we designed a platform to enable students to seamlessly link computer models and sensors, in real time. The platform is designed for learners to validate, refine, and debug their computer models using real-world data, in a Constructionist fashion. Also, the platform broadens the types of possible scientific explorations and makes available a low-cost version of apparatus only available in advanced research laboratories. We will focus on technical and educational aspects of this development, describing preliminary pilot studies in which we analyze projects built by students.

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A technological platform for trans-media scientific exploration
1. Computing methodologies
  1. Modeling and simulation
    1. Model development and analysis
      1. Modeling methodologies

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IDC '06: Proceedings of the 2006 conference on Interaction design and children

June 2006

172 pages

ISBN:9781450378086

DOI:10.1145/1139073

Conference Chairs:
Kari-Jouko Räihä
University of Tampere
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Johanna Höysniemi
University of Tampere

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Published: 07 June 2006

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IDC06: 5th International Conference on Interaction Design and Children

June 7 - 9, 2006

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