scholarly journals The variance of lexical diversity profiles and its relationship to learning style

2014 ◽  
Vol 52 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Booth
Keyword(s):  
Systems Theory ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Dynamic Systems ◽  
Dynamic Systems Theory ◽  
Lexical Diversity ◽  
Approximate Relationship ◽  
Task Conditions ◽  
Diversity Profiles ◽  
Writing Task ◽  
And Task

AbstractStudies in lexical diversity have shown an approximate relationship with learner instruction. Learners with more L2 instruction tend to display less repetition of words and so greater lexical diversity. However, at higher L2 levels of proficiency this relationship does not always occur. This study examines the lexical diversity scores in L2 texts. Lexical diversity scores are examined in relationship to a learning style framework of memory and analysis. The results show that variance in analytic ability scores can account for a proportion of variance in lexical diversity. It was also found that the type of writing task also affects lexical diversity. These results suggest that learners who are more grammatically able may be more likely to restructure their language. The findings illuminate Dynamic Systems Theory; in particular, how lexical diversity is shaped to some extent by differences within individuals and task conditions.

A Benchmarked Experiential System for Training (BEST) and dynamic systems theory

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wayne Shebilske ◽  
Kevin Gildea ◽  
Jared Freeman ◽  
Georgiy Levchuk
Keyword(s):  
Systems Theory ◽  
Dynamic Systems ◽  
Dynamic Systems Theory ◽  
Experiential System

Control Theory, Dynamics, and Continuous Interaction

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roderick Murray-Smith
Keyword(s):  
Control Theory ◽  
Human Computer Interaction ◽  
Systems Theory ◽  
Dynamic Systems ◽  
Trajectory Generation ◽  
Interaction Techniques ◽  
Dynamic Systems Theory ◽  
Classical Work ◽  
Continuous Interaction

This chapter reviews the role of theory and dynamic systems theory for understanding common interaction techniques including: targetting, trajectory generation, panning, scrolling and zooming. It explains how can be seen to be at the foundations of Human–Computer Interaction and might be essential for making progress in novel forms of interface. It reinterprets Fitts’ classical work with theoretic tools. It also highlights the limitations of theory for design of human–computer loops.

Toward a transdisciplinary integration of research purposes and methods for complex dynamic systems theory: beyond the quantitative–qualitative divide

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Phil Hiver ◽  
Ali H. Al-Hoorie ◽  
Diane Larsen-Freeman
Keyword(s):  
Systems Theory ◽  
Dynamic Systems ◽  
Applied Linguistics ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Dynamic Systems Theory ◽  
Complex Dynamic ◽  
Transdisciplinary Approach ◽  
Complex Dynamic Systems ◽  
Human And Social Sciences ◽  
Starting Point

Abstract Complexity theory/dynamic systems theory has challenged conventional approaches to applied linguistics research by encouraging researchers to adopt a pragmatic transdisciplinary approach that is less paradigmatic and more problem-oriented in nature. Its proponents have argued that the starting point in research design should not be the quantitative–qualitative distinction, or even mixed methods, but the distinction between individual versus group-based designs (i.e., idiographic versus nomothetic). Taking insights from transdisciplinary complexity research in other human and social sciences, we propose an integrative transdisciplinary framework that unites these different perspectives (quantitative–qualitative, individual–group based) from the starting point of exploratory–falsificatory aims. We discuss the implications of this transdisciplinary approach to applied linguistics research and illustrate how such an integrated approach might be implemented in the field.

scholarly journals The reality of inclusion in physical education in the Brazilian school system

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (Esp.) ◽  
pp. 11-28
Author(s):  
Eliane Mauerberg de Castro ◽  
Gabriella Andreetta Figueiredo ◽  
Debra Frances Campbell
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Systems Theory ◽  
Dynamic Systems ◽  
School System ◽  
National Curriculum ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Dynamic Systems Theory ◽  
Education Practice ◽  
Brazilian Government ◽  
Movement Culture

Our purpose in this article was threefold. First, we attempted to analyze evidences of inclusion in the Brazilian school, and we argued that inclusion still is a long road ahead, particularly, in the field of physical education. In relation to inclusion, we used data provided by the Brazilian government itself to demonstrate several issues of concern, including some with educational governing bodies. Second, we examined how the Brazilian physical education national curriculum parameters have been tailored in their pedagogical recommendations to accommodate the “movement culture” approach. Although physical educators endorsed the new curricular directives, their practice in school with inclusion revealed troublesome situations. Overall, they admitted that they did not feel prepared to work with students with disability in their classes, and they feel that they need continuing education, as well as actual administrative/government investments. Third, we introduced concepts from dynamic systems theory to our adapted physical education practice while working with people with disabilities in inclusive settings. We illustrated the theory in its application to the physical education practices by reporting a lifetime of work in outreach programs in the field of adapted physical activity (APA), at São Paulo State University at Rio Claro. The complexities in the practice of inclusive school physical education require a holistic approach, which we feel can be accomplished through the employment of dynamic systems concepts. Whether epistemological directions include the movement culture approach or dynamic systems theory, or a hybrid, these efforts must be sustained by committed teachers, the school system, government leaders, families, and the entire community.

scholarly journals Clinical Application of a Cardiac Diagnostic Method Based on Dynamic Systems Theory

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Javier Rodriguez ◽  
Signed Prieto ◽  
Catalina Correa ◽  
Dario Dominguez ◽  
Juan Pardo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systems Theory ◽  
Clinical Application ◽  
Dynamic Systems ◽  
Diagnostic Method ◽  
Dynamic Systems Theory
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