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Peer reviewedGriffiths, Alan K.; Preston, Kirk R. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1992
Identifies misconceptions related to the fundamental characteristics of atoms and molecules held by twelfth-grade students. Data were obtained by administration of semistructured interviews to a stratified, random sample of 30 students. Fifty-two misconceptions were observed and reported. Some of the misconceptions identified parallel the…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Educational Research, Grade 12, Misconceptions
Peer reviewedEichinger, John – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1992
Reports a study analyzing the perceptions of 45 college science majors regarding their formal precollege science experiences. Results suggest that college science majors generally hold science in higher regard than do noncollegiate adults; preferred science teachers who were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, friendly, inspirational, and fun; and…
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Research, Majors (Students), Science Education
