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Hubber, Peter; Tytler, Russell; Haslam, Filocha – Research in Science Education, 2010
A large body of research in the conceptual change tradition has shown the difficulty of learning fundamental science concepts, yet conceptual change schemes have failed to convincingly demonstrate improvements in supporting significant student learning. Recent work in cognitive science has challenged this purely conceptual view of learning,…
Descriptors: Language Role, Cognitive Psychology, Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts
Aylward, M. Lynn – Canadian Journal of Education, 2010
This article provides a discourse analysis of interview transcripts generated from 10 experienced Nunavut teachers (five Inuit and five non-Inuit) regarding the role of Inuit languages in Nunavut schooling. Discussion and analysis focus on the motif of bilingual education. Teachers' talk identified discourse models of "academic truths" and…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Eskimos, Discourse Analysis, Educational Change
Dufieux, Bertrand; Prieur, Gerard – Francais dans le Monde, 1994
An interview with Guy Roy, adjunct minister of education and professional education in Manitoba (Canada), explores the role of French, French language instruction, and French-language education outside Quebec Province, and specifically in Manitoba. Issues discussed include language and cultural maintenance, immersion education, language attitudes,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, French, Futures (of Society), Immersion Programs
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Clark, Margaret – Oxford Review of Education, 1989
Based on interviews with 40 Austrian primary school teachers, contends that equitable classroom practices result from beliefs and practices that are part of natural child discourse and are promoted by language learning. Recommends a new discourse of equity for teachers. Describes a project on language teaching based on the psycholinguistic…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Educational Discrimination, English Instruction, Females
Pecheur, Jacques – Francais dans le Monde, 1992
France's new Under-Secretary for Linguistic and Educational Cooperation within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs outlines his plans for the role the agency is to play. Issues discussed include French language instruction, cooperation with developed and developing nations, the role of French, cooperation at all educational levels, and agency…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Developed Nations, Developing Nations, Elementary Secondary Education
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Taylor, Alison – 1991
This guide offers ideas and techniques for projects designed to enhance the social and linguistic experiences of students participating in international exchanges. The first section outlines potential topics and procedures for projects conducted in the home, school, or local environment during stays in foreign countries. Most are based on site…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, International Educational Exchange