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Osborne, Roger J.; Gilbert, John K. – Physics Education, 1980
Described is the interview-about-instances method used to gain insight into children's and adults' views of the world and the meanings people have for the words they use in explaining their views. Physics teachers can utilize this technique to become aware of the various concept understandings pupils bring to physics classrooms. (DS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education
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Boyes, E. – Physics Education, 1988
Models the ideas of children's misconceptions and subsequent acceptance of conventional scientific thought on the simple cusp of catastrophe theory. Demonstrates one theory of the forces which are necessary to change a misconception to a scientific concept. (CW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
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Millar, Robin – Physics Education, 1988
Suggests that the process view of science is flawed. Argues that (1) it is superficial and misleading to portray the method of science in process terms; (2) many of the processes have no special association with science; and (3) there is no evidence that performance is improved. Speaks of the challenge facing science education. (RT)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style
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Adey, Philip; Shayer, Michael – Physics Education, 1988
Attempts to show that not only can density be taught to lower ability pupils but that by doing so, there is the possibility of assisting pupils to develop their reasoning powers. Lists teaching activities that help in this process. (CW)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes
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Logan, Peter F.; Bailey, David E. – Physics Education, 1989
Discusses some endeavors to alleviate the problems associated with the high school-college interface in Australia. Describes three sources of remedies: high school teachers, high school students, and college students. (YP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Assisted Instruction, Diagnostic Tests, Foreign Countries
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Wellington, J. J. – Physics Education, 1988
Critiques five arguments cited in support of process science. Considers the problematic nature of the processes and consequent difficulties encountered in mirroring these processes. Suggests an alternative way of viewing physics education through a trio of types of knowledge which can be used as governing principles in shaping education. (RT)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Concept Formation
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Watts, Mike – Physics Education, 1988
Summarizes current developments in alternative frameworks research in science education. Covers concept maps, learning as conceptual change, classroom strategies, problem solving in physics and where research should be going. (CW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Concept Mapping
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Screen, P. – Physics Education, 1988
Describes the cyclical nature of a problem-solving sequence produced from observing children involved in the process. Discusses the generic qualities of science: (1) observing; (2) inferring; (3) classifying; (4) predicting; (5) controlling variables; and (6) hypothesizing. Explains the processes in use and advantages of a process-led course. (RT)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style
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Squires, David – Physics Education, 1987
Addresses concerns related to how educational software can be designed to accommodate a constructivist approach to learning. Describes features of software which are consistent with a constructivist view and cites examples of physics materials which are appropriate. (ML)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education