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Peer reviewedLehrer, Richard; And Others – Educational Researcher, 1990
Criticizes an earlier essay that questioned the validity of contemporary educational research practices, especially those involving experimentation. Argues that research using experimentation is valid and can lead to new and generalizable knowledge. (FMW)
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Educational Research, Experiments, Inquiry
Peer reviewedLeonard, William H. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
This was an experiment to test the extended discretion laboratory approach versus a guided-inquiry approach for teaching biology in a university setting. Among three criterion variables (examination, reports, and quizzes), only the laboratory report scores showed differences between groups and group-by-instructor interaction. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Inquiry, Laboratory Experiments
Peer reviewedStedman, Carlton H. – Science Education, 1987
Discusses the history of American science and science education, with particular emphasis on the development of scientific inquiry and experimentation. Focuses primarily on the activities of individuals in the 1800's, and the introduction of science into secondary schools and higher education institutions in the early 1900's. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Inquiry, Science Education
