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Model Construction epistemic markers for model-based reasoning on Knowledge Forum

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Description

In phase 3 of the KBM unit, the teacher and researcher codesigned custom Model Construction epistemic markers on Knowledge Forum, such as 'I learned from this model', 'I have a new question', and 'I want to modify this model like this'. These supports were 'designed to encourage students to reflect on peer models, generate new inquiries, and consider revisions on the basis of emerging ideas or new information', positioning student models uploaded to Knowledge Forum as dynamic objects of collective inquiry.

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

  • Student models uploaded onto Knowledge Forum so peers can view and build on them
  • A codesign process between teacher and researchers to create the markers

Constraints

  • The article describes these markers within phase 3 of this grade 5 Earth Science unit; no evidence is given for other domains or age groups

Target Learners

  • elementary students (grade 5, ages 11–12)

Learning Goals

  • model-based reasoning
  • collective model improvement
  • sustained idea improvement

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Key Sources

  • Dina Soliman, Xueqi Feng, Marlene Scardamalia, Carol Chan. (2026). Knowledge building–modeling: Grade 5 students creating models, using discourse analytics, and advancing systems thinking. Intern. J. Comput.-Support. Collab. Learn. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11412-026-09493-8
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title Model Construction epistemic markers for model-based reasoning on Knowledge Forum
description In phase 3 of the KBM unit, the teacher and researcher codesigned custom Model Construction epistemic markers on Knowledge Forum, such as 'I learned from this model', 'I have a new question', and 'I want to modify thi...
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