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Thacker, Beth Ann – American Journal of Physics, 2003
Interviews university students in modern physics about their understanding of three fundamental experiments. Explores their development of models of microscopic processes. Uses interactive demonstrations to probe student understanding of modern physics experiments in two high school physics classes. Analyzes the nature of students' models and the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Higher Education, Learning Strategies

Zacharia, Zacharias; Anderson, O. Roger – American Journal of Physics, 2003
Investigates the effects of interactive computer-based simulations presented prior to inquiry-based laboratory experiments on students' conceptual understanding of mechanics, waves/optics, and thermal physics. Uses conceptual tests to assess conceptual understandings of each topic. Indicates that the use of the simulations improved students'…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Higher Education