Identification and Descriptions of the Momentum Effect in Studies of Learning: An Abstract Science Concept.

Kwon, Jae-Sool; Mayer, Victor J.

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ERIC Number: EJ317440

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Publication Date: 1985

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Identification and Descriptions of the Momentum Effect in Studies of Learning: An Abstract Science Concept.

Kwon, Jae-Sool; Mayer, Victor J.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v22 n3 p253-59 Mar 1985

Several studies of the validity of the intensive time-series design have revealed a post-intervention increase in the level of achievement data (the "momentum effect"). Reports on the development and use of a technique to study the effect as it is observed in several data sets on the learning of plate tectonics. (Author/JN)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Data Analysis, Developmental Stages, Junior High Schools, Plate Tectonics, Research Methodology, Science Education, Secondary School Science

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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