Carelessness and Goal Orientation in a Science Microworld

In this paper, we study the relationship between goal orientation within a science inquiry learning environment for middle school students and carelessness, i.e., not demonstrating an inquiry skill despite knowing it. Carelessness is measured based on a machine-learned model. We find, surprisingly, that carelessness is higher for students with strong mastery or learning goals, compared to students who lack strong goal orientation.

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2011
• Where: AIED
• Authors: Arnon Hershkovitz, Michael Wixon, Ryan Shaun Joazeiro de Baker, Janice D. Gobert, Michael Sao Pedro
• Keywords: AIED 2011, Artificial Intelligence, Goal Orientation, Middle School Students, Science Inquiry