Assessment of learning in complex domains

Abstract

There is no tool directly measuring how the process of learning at complex domains however this research study proposes that the use of concept mapping and casual influence diagram methods have impacts in assessment of learning in complex domains. Subjects in this study use a web-based casual influence diagram and concept mapping tool to explain what they understand from a problem scenario and how they solve the problem. Even though the cognitive scientists propose that internal conceptual systems are not easily observable, the assessment tools of the study can help to interpret individuals’ communications and representations of own knowledge about their internal conceptual systems.