Hidden Insights in the Science Education Research Literature.

Robinson, William R.

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ERIC Number: EJ607075

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2000

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Hidden Insights in the Science Education Research Literature.

Robinson, William R.

Journal of Chemical Education, v77 n5 p556-57 May 2000

Describes a study that investigated the relationship and development of fifth-grade students' conceptual ecologies of heat. Contends that relying on a single mode of assessing students' learning can lead to a restricted view of what they truly know. (WRM)

Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Elementary Education, Energy, Evaluation Methods, Heat, Knowledge Level, Measurement Techniques, Measures (Individuals), Science Education, Scientific Concepts

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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