Teachers' Ontology-based Reasoning for Assessment in Student-centered Learning Environments. (2nd January 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bergner, Yoav; Chen, Ofer
• Is Part Of: Learning. Volume 9:Number 1(2023)
• Page Start: 73
• Page End: 92
• Publication Date: 2023-01-02
• Subjects: Ontologies -- evidence-centred design -- student-centred learning -- teachers; Learning -- Research -- Periodicals; Learning -- Periodicals; Learning; Learning -- Research; Periodicals; 370.152305
• DOI: 10.1080/23735082.2022.2134577
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2373-5082

Abstract

ABSTRACT: We present an exploratory study on the use of ontologies for student assessment during a focus group with teachers in student-centred learning environments. The work is framed by a theoretical argument about coherence between instructional values and assessment systems, and how this may be achieved through a "community of judgment" with teachers at the centre. The purpose of the study was to understand the process and perceived usefulness of collaborative ontology development, at a narrative and conceptual level without grades or detailed probabilistic relationships. Findings of two kinds are discussed. First, we identified a set of framework-building moves used by teachers during ontology-based reasoning. Second, we present evidence that participants perceived the ontology development process to be useful and empowering in sharpening their ability to communicate nuanced assessment arguments.