Michelle Jordan
Papers
6
Total Citations
307
H-Index
5
About
Michelle Jordan is a leading scholar in the learning sciences, whose research illuminates the critical role of uncertainty in collaborative problem-solving, particularly within K-12 engineering and robotics education. Her most influential work, a 2014 study with over 210 citations, examines how peer dynamics shape elementary students' management of uncertainty during collaborative robotics activities, revealing that social interaction is a key driver of productive struggle. Jordan’s research systematically unpacks the communication challenges inherent in creative collaborations, showing how uncertainty relates to task, identity, and relational goals. Her work on students' varying "propensities for managing uncertainty" has provided a new framework for understanding individual differences in collaborative learning. By exploring the tensions and learning opportunities in both formal and informal science settings, Jordan has advanced practical strategies for designing learning environments that embrace—rather than avoid—complexity. Her contributions are essential for educators and researchers seeking to foster resilience, creativity, and deeper learning through collaborative, project-based experiences.
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- 4Variation in students' propensities for managing uncertainty27 citations · 2015
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