The art of insight in science and engineering : mastering complexity / / Sanjoy Mahajan
| The art of insight in science and engineering : mastering complexity / / Sanjoy Mahajan |
| Autore | Mahajan Sanjoy <1969-> |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Cambridge, Massachusetts : , : The MIT Press, , [2014] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (409 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Statistical physics
Estimation theory Hypothesis Problem solving |
| Soggetto non controllato |
PHYSICAL SCIENCES/General
ENGINEERING/General MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS/General SCIENCE / Applied Sciences TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Engineering (General) MATHEMATICS / Applied |
| ISBN |
0-262-32524-1
0-262-32523-3 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910260595203321 |
Mahajan Sanjoy <1969->
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| Cambridge, Massachusetts : , : The MIT Press, , [2014] | ||
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Creative model construction in scientists and students [[electronic resource] ] : the role of imagery, analogy, and mental stimulation / / John J. Clement
| Creative model construction in scientists and students [[electronic resource] ] : the role of imagery, analogy, and mental stimulation / / John J. Clement |
| Autore | Clement John <1942-> |
| Edizione | [1st ed. 2008.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | [S.l.], : Springer, c2008 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (632 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Creative ability in science
Creative thinking Analogy in science education |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Electronic books. |
| ISBN |
1-4020-6712-7
9786611491789 1-281-49178-0 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction: A “Hidden World” of Nonformal Expert Reasoning -- Analogies, Models, and Creative Learning in Experts and Students -- Major Processes Involved in Spontaneous Analogical Reasoning -- Methods Experts Use to Generate Analogies -- Methods Experts Use to Evaluate an Analogy Relation -- Expert Methods for Developing an Understanding of the Analogous Case and Applying Findings -- Case Study of Model Construction and Criticism in Expert Reasoning* -- Creativity and Scientific Insight in the Case Study for S2 -- Spontaneous Analogies Generated by Students Solving Science Problems -- Case Study of a Student Who Counters and Improves His Own Misconception by Generating a Chain of Analogies -- Using Analogies and Models in Instruction to Deal with Students' Preconceptions* -- Advanced Uses of Imagery and Investigation Methods in Science and Mathematics -- Analogy, Extreme Cases, and Spatial Transformations in Mathematical Problem Solving by Experts -- Depictive Gestures and Other Case Study Evidence for Use of Imagery by Experts and Students -- Physical Intuition, Imagistic Simulation, and Implicit Knowledge -- The Use of Analogies, Imagery, and Thought Experiments in Both Qualitative and Mathematical Model Construction -- Thought Experiments and Imagistic Simulation in Plausible Reasoning -- A Punctuated Evolution Model of Investigation and Model Construction Processes -- Imagistic Processes in Analogical Reasoning: Transformations and Dual Simulations -- How Grounding in Runnable Schemas Contributes to Producing Flexible Scientific Models in Experts and Students -- Summary of Findings on Plausible Reasoning and Learning in Experts I: Basic Findings -- Summary of Findings on Plausible Reasoning and Learning in Experts II: Advanced Topics -- Creativity in Experts, Nonformal Reasoning, and Educational Applications. |
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Clement John <1942->
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Creative model construction in scientists and students [[electronic resource] ] : the role of imagery, analogy, and mental stimulation / / John J. Clement
| Creative model construction in scientists and students [[electronic resource] ] : the role of imagery, analogy, and mental stimulation / / John J. Clement |
| Autore | Clement John <1942-> |
| Edizione | [1st ed. 2008.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | [S.l.], : Springer, c2008 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (632 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Creative ability in science
Creative thinking Analogy in science education |
| ISBN |
1-4020-6712-7
9786611491789 1-281-49178-0 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction: A “Hidden World” of Nonformal Expert Reasoning -- Analogies, Models, and Creative Learning in Experts and Students -- Major Processes Involved in Spontaneous Analogical Reasoning -- Methods Experts Use to Generate Analogies -- Methods Experts Use to Evaluate an Analogy Relation -- Expert Methods for Developing an Understanding of the Analogous Case and Applying Findings -- Case Study of Model Construction and Criticism in Expert Reasoning* -- Creativity and Scientific Insight in the Case Study for S2 -- Spontaneous Analogies Generated by Students Solving Science Problems -- Case Study of a Student Who Counters and Improves His Own Misconception by Generating a Chain of Analogies -- Using Analogies and Models in Instruction to Deal with Students' Preconceptions* -- Advanced Uses of Imagery and Investigation Methods in Science and Mathematics -- Analogy, Extreme Cases, and Spatial Transformations in Mathematical Problem Solving by Experts -- Depictive Gestures and Other Case Study Evidence for Use of Imagery by Experts and Students -- Physical Intuition, Imagistic Simulation, and Implicit Knowledge -- The Use of Analogies, Imagery, and Thought Experiments in Both Qualitative and Mathematical Model Construction -- Thought Experiments and Imagistic Simulation in Plausible Reasoning -- A Punctuated Evolution Model of Investigation and Model Construction Processes -- Imagistic Processes in Analogical Reasoning: Transformations and Dual Simulations -- How Grounding in Runnable Schemas Contributes to Producing Flexible Scientific Models in Experts and Students -- Summary of Findings on Plausible Reasoning and Learning in Experts I: Basic Findings -- Summary of Findings on Plausible Reasoning and Learning in Experts II: Advanced Topics -- Creativity in Experts, Nonformal Reasoning, and Educational Applications. |
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Creative Model Construction in Scientists and Students : The Role of Imagery, Analogy, and Mental Simulation / / by John Clement
| Creative Model Construction in Scientists and Students : The Role of Imagery, Analogy, and Mental Simulation / / by John Clement |
| Autore | Clement John <1942-> |
| Edizione | [1st ed. 2008.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Dordrecht : , : Springer Netherlands : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2008 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (632 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Science - Study and teaching
Educational psychology Education - Philosophy Science Education Educational Psychology Educational Philosophy |
| ISBN |
9786611491789
9781402067129 1402067127 9781281491787 1281491780 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction: A “Hidden World” of Nonformal Expert Reasoning -- Analogies, Models, and Creative Learning in Experts and Students -- Major Processes Involved in Spontaneous Analogical Reasoning -- Methods Experts Use to Generate Analogies -- Methods Experts Use to Evaluate an Analogy Relation -- Expert Methods for Developing an Understanding of the Analogous Case and Applying Findings -- Case Study of Model Construction and Criticism in Expert Reasoning* -- Creativity and Scientific Insight in the Case Study for S2 -- Spontaneous Analogies Generated by Students Solving Science Problems -- Case Study of a Student Who Counters and Improves His Own Misconception by Generating a Chain of Analogies -- Using Analogies and Models in Instruction to Deal with Students' Preconceptions* -- Advanced Uses of Imagery and Investigation Methods in Science and Mathematics -- Analogy, Extreme Cases, and Spatial Transformations in Mathematical Problem Solving by Experts -- Depictive Gestures and Other Case Study Evidence for Use of Imagery by Experts and Students -- Physical Intuition, Imagistic Simulation, and Implicit Knowledge -- The Use of Analogies, Imagery, and Thought Experiments in Both Qualitative and Mathematical Model Construction -- Thought Experiments and Imagistic Simulation in Plausible Reasoning -- A Punctuated Evolution Model of Investigation and Model Construction Processes -- Imagistic Processes in Analogical Reasoning: Transformations and Dual Simulations -- How Grounding in Runnable Schemas Contributes to Producing Flexible Scientific Models in Experts and Students -- Summary of Findings on Plausible Reasoning and Learning in Experts I: Basic Findings -- Summary of Findings on Plausible Reasoning and Learning in Experts II: Advanced Topics -- Creativity in Experts, Nonformal Reasoning,and Educational Applications. |
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Clement John <1942->
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| Dordrecht : , : Springer Netherlands : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2008 | ||
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Exceptional creativity in science and technology [[electronic resource] ] : individuals, institutions, and innovations / / edited by Andrew Robinson
| Exceptional creativity in science and technology [[electronic resource] ] : individuals, institutions, and innovations / / edited by Andrew Robinson |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | West Conshohocken, PA, : Templeton Press, c2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (273 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | RobinsonAndrew <1957-> |
| Soggetto topico |
Creative ability in science
Creative ability in technology |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Electronic books. |
| ISBN |
1-299-22402-4
1-59947-430-1 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Cover; Half Title Page; Title Page; Copyright; Contents; Introduction; Chapter 1: The Rise and Decline of Hegemonic Systems of Scientific Creativity; Chapter 2: Exceptional Creativity in Physics: Two Case Studies-Niels Bohr's Copenhagen Institute and Enrico Fermi's Rome Institute; Chapter 3: Physics at Bell Labs, 1949-1984: Young Turks and Younger Turks; Chapter 4: The Usefulness of Useless Knowledge: The Physical Realization of an Electronic Computing Instrument at the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, 1930-1958
Chapter 5: Education and Exceptional Creativity: The Decoding of DNA and the Decipherment of Linear BChapter 6: The Sources of Modern Engineering Innovation; Chapter 7: Technically Creative Environments; Chapter 8: Entrepreneurial Creativity; Chapter 9: Scientific Breakthroughs and Breakthrough Products: Creative Activity as Technology Turns into Applications; Chapter 10: A Billion Fresh Pairs of Eyes: The Creation of Self-Adjustable Eyeglasses; Chapter 11: New Ideas from High Platforms: Multigenerational Creativity at NASA; Afterword: From Michael Faraday to Steve Jobs; Contributors; Index |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910465375003321 |
| West Conshohocken, PA, : Templeton Press, c2013 | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Exceptional creativity in science and technology [[electronic resource] ] : individuals, institutions, and innovations / / edited by Andrew Robinson
| Exceptional creativity in science and technology [[electronic resource] ] : individuals, institutions, and innovations / / edited by Andrew Robinson |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | West Conshohocken, PA, : Templeton Press, c2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (273 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | RobinsonAndrew <1957-> |
| Soggetto topico |
Creative ability in science
Creative ability in technology |
| ISBN |
1-299-22402-4
1-59947-430-1 |
| Classificazione | SCI080000 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Cover; Half Title Page; Title Page; Copyright; Contents; Introduction; Chapter 1: The Rise and Decline of Hegemonic Systems of Scientific Creativity; Chapter 2: Exceptional Creativity in Physics: Two Case Studies-Niels Bohr's Copenhagen Institute and Enrico Fermi's Rome Institute; Chapter 3: Physics at Bell Labs, 1949-1984: Young Turks and Younger Turks; Chapter 4: The Usefulness of Useless Knowledge: The Physical Realization of an Electronic Computing Instrument at the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, 1930-1958
Chapter 5: Education and Exceptional Creativity: The Decoding of DNA and the Decipherment of Linear BChapter 6: The Sources of Modern Engineering Innovation; Chapter 7: Technically Creative Environments; Chapter 8: Entrepreneurial Creativity; Chapter 9: Scientific Breakthroughs and Breakthrough Products: Creative Activity as Technology Turns into Applications; Chapter 10: A Billion Fresh Pairs of Eyes: The Creation of Self-Adjustable Eyeglasses; Chapter 11: New Ideas from High Platforms: Multigenerational Creativity at NASA; Afterword: From Michael Faraday to Steve Jobs; Contributors; Index |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910792080603321 |
| West Conshohocken, PA, : Templeton Press, c2013 | ||
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Exceptional creativity in science and technology : individuals, institutions, and innovations / / edited by Andrew Robinson
| Exceptional creativity in science and technology : individuals, institutions, and innovations / / edited by Andrew Robinson |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | West Conshohocken, PA, : Templeton Press, c2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (273 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | RobinsonAndrew <1957-> |
| Soggetto topico |
Creative ability in science
Creative ability in technology |
| ISBN |
9781299224025
1299224024 9781599474304 1599474301 |
| Classificazione | SCI080000 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Cover; Half Title Page; Title Page; Copyright; Contents; Introduction; Chapter 1: The Rise and Decline of Hegemonic Systems of Scientific Creativity; Chapter 2: Exceptional Creativity in Physics: Two Case Studies-Niels Bohr's Copenhagen Institute and Enrico Fermi's Rome Institute; Chapter 3: Physics at Bell Labs, 1949-1984: Young Turks and Younger Turks; Chapter 4: The Usefulness of Useless Knowledge: The Physical Realization of an Electronic Computing Instrument at the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, 1930-1958
Chapter 5: Education and Exceptional Creativity: The Decoding of DNA and the Decipherment of Linear BChapter 6: The Sources of Modern Engineering Innovation; Chapter 7: Technically Creative Environments; Chapter 8: Entrepreneurial Creativity; Chapter 9: Scientific Breakthroughs and Breakthrough Products: Creative Activity as Technology Turns into Applications; Chapter 10: A Billion Fresh Pairs of Eyes: The Creation of Self-Adjustable Eyeglasses; Chapter 11: New Ideas from High Platforms: Multigenerational Creativity at NASA; Afterword: From Michael Faraday to Steve Jobs; Contributors; Index |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910958126303321 |
| West Conshohocken, PA, : Templeton Press, c2013 | ||
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Ignorance [[electronic resource] ] : how it drives science / / Stuart Firestein
| Ignorance [[electronic resource] ] : how it drives science / / Stuart Firestein |
| Autore | Firestein Stuart |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Oxford ; ; New York, : Oxford University Press, 2012 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (208 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Science - Philosophy
Ignorance (Theory of knowledge) Discoveries in science |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Electronic books. |
| ISBN |
1-280-59536-1
9786613625199 0-19-982808-3 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Machine generated contents note: -- Chapter 1. A Short View of Ignorance -- Chapter 2. Finding Out -- Chapter 3. Limits, Uncertainty, Impossibility, and Other Minor Problems -- Chapter 4. Unpredicting -- Chapter 5. The Quality of Ignorance -- Chapter 6. Ignorance in Action: Case Histories -- Chapter 7. Ignorance beyond the Lab. |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910461276303321 |
Firestein Stuart
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Ignorance [[electronic resource] ] : how it drives science / / Stuart Firestein
| Ignorance [[electronic resource] ] : how it drives science / / Stuart Firestein |
| Autore | Firestein Stuart |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Oxford ; ; New York, : Oxford University Press, 2012 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (208 p.) |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Science - Philosophy
Ignorance (Theory of knowledge) Discoveries in science |
| ISBN |
0-19-993933-0
1-280-59536-1 9786613625199 0-19-982808-3 |
| Classificazione | SCI000000 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Machine generated contents note: -- Chapter 1. A Short View of Ignorance -- Chapter 2. Finding Out -- Chapter 3. Limits, Uncertainty, Impossibility, and Other Minor Problems -- Chapter 4. Unpredicting -- Chapter 5. The Quality of Ignorance -- Chapter 6. Ignorance in Action: Case Histories -- Chapter 7. Ignorance beyond the Lab. |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910790190103321 |
Firestein Stuart
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| Oxford ; ; New York, : Oxford University Press, 2012 | ||
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Innovation generation : how to produce creative and useful scientific ideas / / Roberta B. Ness
| Innovation generation : how to produce creative and useful scientific ideas / / Roberta B. Ness |
| Autore | Ness Roberta B. |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Oxford ; ; New York, N.Y. : , : Oxford University Press, USA, , [2012] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (262 pages) : illustrations |
| Disciplina | 501/.9 |
| Soggetto topico |
Creative ability in science
Science - Study and teaching Creative thinking - Study and teaching Creative ability Creativity Science |
| ISBN |
0-19-992995-5
1-62198-580-6 1-283-42783-4 9786613427830 0-19-989260-1 |
| Classificazione | PSY031000 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Don't read this book -- It all depends on how you look at it -- Overcoming frames -- Say it like you mean it -- Overcoming metaphors -- Check this out! -- Becoming a keener observer -- How biased are you? -- Overcoming bias -- The brain and creativity : the seat of inspiration -- The brain and creativity : getting out in front -- The joy of science -- Asking the right question -- How is a marriage like a natchbox? -- Flip it! -- A man walked into a bar -- The power of group intelligence -- Getting the most from a group -- Incubation -- Testing your idea -- That right idea -- The stodginess of science -- Overcoming the stodginess of science -- Innovation incubators. |
| Altri titoli varianti | How to produce creative and useful scientific ideas |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9911006547903321 |
Ness Roberta B.
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| Oxford ; ; New York, N.Y. : , : Oxford University Press, USA, , [2012] | ||
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