eksplitsiitse

Eksplitsiitse is a hypothetical term used in cognitive science and educational theory to denote the process by which tacit knowledge is converted into explicit rules, representations, and schemas during problem solving and learning. The term is a neologism formed by combining the English explicit with a suffix intended to suggest practice or technique. The concept is used in discussions of how people move from unconscious competence to conscious understanding, and how such conversion affects transfer to new tasks.

In the eksplitsiitse model, learning begins with implicit pattern recognition through experience, followed by an eksplitsiitse phase in which the learner articulates, codifies, and tests the discovered rules. This articulation is thought to support metacognition, error detection, and generalization beyond the original situation.

Applications of eksplitsiitse ideas appear in educational design, instructional coaching, and explainable AI. Instructional strategies intended to promote eksplitsiitse include think-aloud protocols, guided abstraction tasks, concept mapping, and reflective journaling. In user interfaces, designers may support eksplitsiitse by providing transparent task models and step-by-step explanations that align with the user's explicit checkpoints.

Reception of the concept is mixed. Proponents emphasize potential gains in transfer and autonomy, while critics note that much tacit knowledge remains context-specific and resistant to full articulation. Empirical research continues to investigate when eksplitsiitse is most beneficial and how to measure its outcomes.