Abstract

Describes case study that examined the processes and outcomes related to the development of knowledge bases by groups of seventh grade science students in Toronto who were studying classification of living organisms. Expert system shells are discussed, and cognitive and metacognitive skills used in the activity are examined. (23 references) (Author/LRW)

Citation

Wideman, H.H. & Owston, R.D. (1988). Student Development of an Expert System: A Case Study. Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 15(3), 88-94. Retrieved March 21, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/170468/.

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Keywords

• case studies
• classification
• Cognitive Style
• Developed Nations
• Expert Systems
• Foreign Countries
• Grade 7
• Instructional Innovation
• Interviews
• Junior High Schools
• metacognition
• problem solving
• Science Instruction
• Small Group Instruction