Real world problem solving: advancing cognitive developmental science and supporting informal education

要在复杂的环境中取得成功，我们必须解决遇到的问题，从寻找食物到学习工作技术。人类擅长解决这个问题。研究儿童解决问题的能力是理解所涉及的心理过程的关键，因为这些过程是在它们出现和发展的过程中进行检查的。我们也更好地了解儿童的能力，这对支持他们的学习至关重要。该博士学位将这些目标结合起来：与智库博物馆密切合作，通过实验研究解决理论问题，并使用观察方法开发和评估博物馆的STEM活动。主要研究问题：儿童发现问题的能力是如何发展的？孩子是否会受到与他人一起解决问题的影响？孩子们如何传达他们的解决方案？-如何应用证据来支持非正式教育活动的发展？方法和技术研究分为三个阶段，每个阶段都针对儿童解决问题的一个被忽视的方面。每个阶段有一个理论研究和一个应用研究：-发现问题-协作-沟通

To succeed in a complex environment, we must solve the problems encountered, from finding food to learning to work technology. Humans excel at this problem solving. Researching children's problem solving is key to understanding the psychological processes involved, as processes are examined as they emerge and develop. We also better understand children's capacities, which is essential for supporting their learning. This PhD unites these goals: work closely with Thinktank museum to address theoretical questions through experimental studies and to develop and evaluate museum STEM activities using observational methods.Key research questions:- How does children's ability to spot problems develop? Are children influenced by problem-solving with others? How do children communicate their solutions?- How can evidence be applied to support development of informal education activities?Methods and techniquesThree phases of research each address a neglected aspect of children's problem solving. Each phase has one theoretical study and one applied study: - Problem spotting- Collaboration- Communication