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Student Misconceptions in Mechanics: An International Problem?
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Van Hise, Yvette A. – Physics Teacher, 1988
States that students have misconceptions about the principles of mechanics internationally providing examples and two problems. Describes Nachtigall's program to train teachers and reports its application to classroom teaching. (YP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Gravity (Physics), Mechanics (Physics)