Open AccessYear seven students, concept mapping and the issues of transfer
Author(s) -
James E. Herring
Publication year - 2001
Publication title -
school libraries worldwide
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2816-3788
pISSN - 1023-9391
DOI - 10.29173/slw6813
Subject(s) - grounded theory , concept map , mathematics education , pedagogy , psychology , semi structured interview , qualitative research , sociology , social science
This paper focuses on the use of concept maps by year 7 students in hree rural schools in New South Wales, Australia. The study examined the views of students, teachers and teacher librarians on the use of concept maps and the extent to which students would transfer concept mapping skills across time and across subjects. Grounded theory was used as the method for the study. Data was gathered via student diaries, questionnaires and interviews, and teacher and teacher librarian interviews. Data was analysed and interpreted using grounded theory techniques. Findings indicated that transfer was a complex issue for students and school staff.