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Peer reviewedPillay, Hillendra; Brownlee, Joanne; McCrindle, Andrea – Journal of Education and Work, 1998
When tested, 23 male postsecondary students displayed unsophisticated conceptions of learning and poor learning outcomes on a problem task. No differences were found between students with work experience and those coming from secondary education. Their limited knowledge base compared to experts suggests that training initiatives may not work. (SK)
Descriptors: Educational Attitudes, Foreign Countries, High School Graduates, Knowledge Level
