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Comprehension Evaluation and Regulation in Learning from Science Texts.
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Otero, Jose T.; Campanario, Juan M. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1990
Described are the comprehension monitoring abilities of science students when reading science textbooks. The incorrect use of schemata and the limiting influence of metacognitive abilities on the improvement of meaningful learning is discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Structures, Comprehension, Learning Processes