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Tobin, Kenneth; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1997
Investigates how discursive practices in a physics class were constrained by social forces associated with the larger context. Reports that in addition to constructivism, belief sets that shaped the enacted curriculum related to time, content coverage, and examinations. Provides examples of students accepting the viability of scientific claims…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Constructivism (Learning), Discourse Analysis, Educational Strategies
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van Zee, Emily H.; Iwasyk, Marletta; Kurose, Akiko; Simpson, Dorothy; Wild, Judy – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2001
Summarizes case studies developed by a group of collaborating educators. Investigates ways of speaking that encourage students to formulate insightful questions about science topics and express their own ideas during reflective discussions. (Contains 68 references.) (Author/YDS)
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
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Audet, Richard H.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1996
Describes a case study of an advanced physics class that analyzes the implications of using computerized journalizing. Reports that this technique provides a vehicle for students and teachers to make their knowledge public, builds an atmosphere for valuing the conceptual understanding of others, and mediates an ongoing dialog between the…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Strategies, Physics