Visualizing the Invisible: Generating Explanations of Scientific Phenomena

• DOI: 10.7916/d8qc09kp
• Publication Date: 2012-01-01
• Authors: Eliza Bobek
• Keywords: Completeness (order theory)

This study investigated the ability of learner-generated visualizations to improve learning in science. The hypothesis was tested two domains, a mechanical system and chemical system, results were analyzed separately compare low high spatial learners. production visual explanations bicycle tire pump, increased understanding pump particularly for participants with ability. In domain bonding, more effective than verbal all participants. Visual often included crucial yet invisible features; their accurate construction requires provides check completeness explanations.