DBRbaserade

DBRbaserade is a Swedish term used to describe work, projects, or artifacts that are based on Design-Based Research (DBR). The phrase denotes an approach in which the design of an intervention is tightly integrated with systematic empirical evaluation, with the aim of improving practice while generating theoretical insights.

Design-Based Research originated in education and human–computer interaction as a methodological approach that emphasizes iterative design cycles conducted in real-world settings. DBR seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practice by studying how interventions operate in context and by refining both the artifact and the underlying theory through successive iterations.

Core characteristics of DBRbaserade work include collaboration with practitioners, use of authentic contexts, and iterative cycles of design, implementation, observation, analysis, and redesign. The work typically yields tangible artifacts—such as curricula, digital tools, or instructional strategies—alongside theoretical propositions or design principles that explain why certain features work in a given setting.

Applications are common in schools, universities, and professional development programs, particularly when new technology or pedagogy is introduced. Evaluation combines qualitative and quantitative data to illuminate mechanisms, contexts, and outcomes, while prioritizing ecological validity over laboratory control.

Limitations of DBRbaserade studies include the resource-intensive nature of iterative cycles, context specificity, and challenges in broad generalization. Proponents argue that this approach provides actionable knowledge for practitioners and theoretical contributions to education research and related fields.

See also: Design-Based Research, Design Science Research.