The quest for usable knowledge: the delicate balance between research, design and change

  • Authors:
  • Ilya Zitter;Sanne Akkerman;Elly De Bruijn

  • Affiliations:
  • Utrecht University and University of Applied Sciences, Utrecht;Utrecht University;Utrecht University and University of Applied Sciences, Utrecht

  • Venue:
  • ICLS'08 Proceedings of the 8th international conference on International conference for the learning sciences - Volume 3
  • Year:
  • 2008

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Abstract

To bridge the gap between educational research and practice, a methodological approach known as educational design research (EDR) has gained influence. In our view, carrying out EDR necessitates balancing three processes: (1) research, (2) design, and (3) change. Using Activity theory as theoretical foundation, we will clarify the processes and the potential tension between these processes.