NDLI: Problem-based learning and argumentation: testing a scaffolding framework to support middle school students’ creation of evidence-based arguments

Content Provider	Springer Nature Link
Author	Belland, Brian R. Glazewski, Krista D. Richardson, Jennifer C.
Copyright Year	2010
Abstract	Students engaged in problem-based learning (PBL) units solve ill-structured problems in small groups, and then present arguments in support of their solution. However, middle school students often struggle developing evidence-based arguments (Krajcik et al., J Learn Sci 7:313–350, 1998). Using a mixed method design, the researchers examined the use of computer-based argumentation scaffolds, called the Connection Log, to help middle school students build evidence-based arguments. Specifically we investigated (a) the impact of computer-based argumentation scaffolds on middle school students’ construction of evidence-based arguments during a PBL unit, and (b) scaffold use among members of two small groups purposefully chosen for case studies. Data sources included a test of argument evaluation ability, persuasive presentation rating scores, informal observations, videotaped class sessions, and retrospective interviews. Findings included a significant simple main effect on argument evaluation ability among lower-achieving students, and use of the scaffolds by the small groups to communicate and keep organized.
Starting Page	667
Ending Page	694
Page Count	28
File Format	PDF
ISSN	00204277
Journal	Instructional Science
Volume Number	39
Issue Number	5
e-ISSN	15731952
Language	English
Publisher	Springer Netherlands
Publisher Date	2010-09-10
Publisher Place	Dordrecht
Access Restriction	One Nation One Subscription (ONOS)
Subject Keyword	Evidence-based arguments Scaffolding Middle school Science education English as a New Language Pedagogic Psychology Educational Psychology Learning & Instruction
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article
Subject	Education Developmental and Educational Psychology

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