Knowledge Visualization and Modeling is a term used to describe the use of visual representations to transfer knowledge between a minimum of two people. Its purpose is to improve the transfer of knowledge by using a mix of computer and non-computer-based visualization methods. Examples of such visual methods are sketches, diagrams, images, objects, interactive visualizations, information visualization applications, and stories. Some complex formats of knowledge visualization are theory-drive conceptual maps, concept maps, interactive visual metaphors, or knowledge maps. [1]
Knowledge Visualization in the Classroom
During the process of learning and problem solving, visualization can help the learner overcome problems. Combining computer-based information systems with human cognitive capabilities, while using visualization as the merger between the two, is seen to be far more powerful than just using human cognitive processes. In an educational context, learner visualizations may foster constructive cognitive processing and visual/spatial strategies.[2] This is particularly true for students who prefer to learn visually.
Advantages
Knowledge visualization offers many benefits. CARMEN is the acronym used to synthesize these advantages: [3]
References
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Knowledge Visualization in the Classroom
During the process of learning and problem solving, visualization can help the learner overcome problems. Combining computer-based information systems with human cognitive capabilities, while using visualization as the merger between the two, is seen to be far more powerful than just using human cognitive processes. In an educational context, learner visualizations may foster constructive cognitive processing and visual/spatial strategies.[2] This is particularly true for students who prefer to learn visually.
Advantages
Knowledge visualization offers many benefits. CARMEN is the acronym used to synthesize these advantages: [3]
- Coordination: Helps to coordinate the communication of knowledge workers
- Attention: Raises awareness and provides focus for knowledge creation and transfer
- Recall: Improves memorability and fosters the application of new knowledge
- Motivation: Energizes viewers to engage in interpretation and explore graphics
- Elaboration: The process leads to further understanding and appreciation of concepts and ideas as we interact with them
- New insight: Can reveal previously hidden connections and lead to sudden insights and a-ha experiences
References
- Robert Meyer Knowledge Visualization. (n.d.). Retrieved October 2, 2016, from [1]
- Holley, C.D., & Dansereau, D.F. (1984). The development of spatial learning strategies. In C.D. Holley & D.F. Dansereau (Eds.), Spatial learning strategies. Techniques, applications, and related issues (pp. 3-19). New York: Academic Press.
- Eppler, M. & Burkhard, R. (2004). Knowledge Visualization: Towards a New Discipline and its Fields of Application
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