Effects of dyadic patterns on the distribution and resolution of cognitive conflict episodes in collaborative writing

IF 4.9 1区文学 Q1 EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH

System Pub Date : 2025-06-12 DOI:10.1016/j.system.2025.103747

Ningning Li, Ying Wang

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Abstract

This study investigates how dyadic patterns influence the distribution (frequency and type) and resolution of cognitive conflict episodes (CCEs) in collaborative writing among Chinese EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learners. Sixty-two (31 pairs) EFL learners were invited to co-construct an argumentative essay within 45 min and complete a reflective journal individually after class. In addition, semi-structured interviews with nine pairs were conducted to elicit their perceptions of cognitive conflicts. All pair talks during writing were audio-recorded and analyzed for dyadic patterns and CCEs. As a result, three dyadic patterns were identified, including high mutuality, moderate mutuality, and low mutuality. Regardless of the dyadic patterns, all pairs devoted the greatest attention to language-related CCEs, followed by content-related and organization-related CCEs. Additionally, the findings indicate that pairs with a high-mutuality pattern significantly produced and correctly resolved more CCEs than those with a low-mutuality pattern. Findings of this study reveal the importance of dyadic patterns in enhancing students’ ability to deal with the cognitive conflicts in peer interaction.

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二元模式对合作写作中认知冲突事件分布和解决的影响

本研究探讨了二元模式对中国英语学习者协作写作中认知冲突事件的分布（频率和类型）和解决的影响。62名（31对）英语学习者被邀请在45分钟内共同构建一篇议论文，并在课后单独完成一篇反思日志。此外，对九对进行了半结构化访谈，以了解他们对认知冲突的看法。对写作过程中所有的对谈进行录音，并对其进行二元模式和CCEs分析。结果表明，高相互性、中等相互性和低相互性是三种二元模式。抛开二元模式不讲，所有组合都把最大的注意力放在语言相关的CCEs上，其次是内容相关的CCEs和组织相关的CCEs。此外，研究结果表明，与低相互模式的配对相比，高相互模式的配对显著产生并正确解决了更多的CCEs。本研究结果揭示了二元模式在提高学生处理同伴交往中认知冲突能力方面的重要性。

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System Multiple-

CiteScore

8.80

自引率

8.30%

发文量

202

审稿时长

64 days

期刊介绍： This international journal is devoted to the applications of educational technology and applied linguistics to problems of foreign language teaching and learning. Attention is paid to all languages and to problems associated with the study and teaching of English as a second or foreign language. The journal serves as a vehicle of expression for colleagues in developing countries. System prefers its contributors to provide articles which have a sound theoretical base with a visible practical application which can be generalized. The review section may take up works of a more theoretical nature to broaden the background.