Generalization across contexts is desirable. Within this world view a good theory is testable, parsimonious and significant. Hopefully, it will explain and predict phenomena everywhere. Related Theory Evolutionary perspectives, neo-evolutionary theory, systems analysis and human capital theory are all part of a functionalist world view. Learners are constructed as human capital.
Functionalists are anxious to convert others to their point of view.
Most research on education and technology in B.C. is nested in a functionalist perspective. There is no shortage of material. However, as pointed out earlier, in order to keep this manageable, we re citing only a one example for each perspective. This work is based on the author's experience at UBC where he s had as tough time convincing conservative academics that technology has a place in the future of the university. It is also based on perspectives derived from consulting with education providers in different countries.