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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
Students' Misunderstandings and Misconceptions in College Freshman Chemistry (General and Organic).
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Zoller, Uri – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1990
Selective illustrative examples of students' learning difficulties and misconceptions in first-year general and organic chemistry are presented in the students' terms, followed by strategies the author uses to overcome the difficulties. Suggests that student misconceptions in first-year chemistry are not interrelated logically and are not prone to…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Mapping, Cognitive Structures, College Science
Using Concept Maps in Chemistry: An Alternative View.
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Cullen, John – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1990
Provides examples of how concept mapping can be used to help overcome misconceptions in college chemistry. (PR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Mapping, Cognitive Structures, College Science