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An Exploration of the Concept Map as an Interview Tool To Facilitate the Externalization of Students' Understandings about Global Atmospheric Change.
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Rye, James A.; Rubba, Peter A. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1998
Investigates the effectiveness of two different types of interviews: one that embeds a concept map, and one that does not embed a concept map in order to elicit post-instructional understandings. Focuses on students' understandings of chlorofluorocarbons and their role in global atmospheric change. Contains 71 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Concept Mapping
What Are the Implications of Shifting the Focus of Education from Teaching To Access, Equity, Learning, and Technology?
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Kyle, William C., Jr. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1997
Argues that it is easier to transform schools and the process of schooling when social, cultural, political, and economic issues frame the discourse about how to ensure that all students have access to an equitable education. (DDR)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Cultural Influences, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
The Impact of the Knowledge Explosion on Science Education.
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Harding, Patricia A.; Vining, Leo C. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1997
Discusses the notion that scientific knowledge is not dependable and that knowledge is no longer valued as a part of science. Points out that this has led to approaches that aim to teach scientific methods or problem-solving skills rather than scientific knowledge. Contains 19 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Knowledge Representation