Discovery Learning and Support Environments (<Special Issue> "ALT '92")

Abstract

A new paradigm called Bi-Modus Learning Environment (BLE) is introduced to support students' discovery learning. BLE is composed of the inductive learning part and the deductive larning part. The fundamental function of the inductive learning part is based on "Bidirectional Graphical Interface", "Internal Experimantation" and "Meta-knowledge for discovery learning". The paper suggests that the human discovery learning will be supported by an amalgamation of an Interactive Learning Environment like a micro world with direct manipulation into an Intelligent Tutoring System and that the central problem to realize the amalgamation is a discovery learning by a machine itself.