A Seven-Dimensional Model of Conceptual Mastery and an Interventional Framework for Its Inference (SDM-IF)
Abstract
This paper introduces SDM-IF, a theoretical framework that models conceptual mastery as a structured, seven-dimensional latent cognitive object rather than a unidimensional performance score. It argues that mastery cannot be reliably inferred from static observation alone, and instead requires active, interventional probing across contexts, assumptions, and representations. The framework is implementation-agnostic and intended as a foundation for future empirical, computational, and pedagogical research.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Intelligent Tutoring Systems and Adaptive Learning
Educational Technology and Assessment
Educational Assessment and Pedagogy
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 27 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint