JET_V3_N2_RP1 An Orientation Assistant (Oa) For Guiding Learning Through Simulation Of Electronics Technology In Technology Education Gisli Thorsteinsson Tom Page Milka Lehtonen Journal of Educational Technology 2230 - 7125 3 2 38 48 orientation assistant; network based learning; simulation; activity theory This paper puts forward the theoretical underpinning and central aspects of the development and application of the orientation assistant (OA) and presents results concerning its use in university studies. The (OA) is a software tool producing an interactive learning environment offering support in teaching and learning that uses local applications. July - September 2006 Copyright & copy; 2006 i-manager publications. All rights reserved. i-manager Publications http://www.imanagerpublications.com/Article.aspx?ArticleId=729