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Hahn, Marcelo; Cruz, Frederico; Carvalho, P. Simeao; Ferreira, Vanessa; Marques, Filipe; Macieira, Cláudio – Physics Education, 2021
Renewable energy is a trending topic due to its importance in today's society especially because of global warming. Because of its importance, this topic should be discussed at schools in an inclusive education environment. Experimental work is a very good activity to provide students effective conceptual discussions, but it is necessary to…
Descriptors: Energy Conservation, Computer Software, Science Instruction, Energy
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Zilavy, Peter – Physics Education, 2009
The induction cooker is a common appliance nowadays. How does it work? Why is it not possible to use aluminium utensils with it? What experiments can be carried out with it (at different levels) and not only in physics lessons? Searching for the answers to these and other questions is the purpose of this article. (Contains 5 figures.)
Descriptors: Learning Processes, Equipment, Ceramics, Energy
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Bliss, Joan – Physics Education, 1978
Describes children's reactions to chance and probability in a variety of experimental situations, using four different experiments from Piaget's work, to give a clearer picture of how children approach these ideas. (GA)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Secondary Education, Experiments
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Biggins, David R.; Henderson, Ian – Physics Education, 1978
Explains that understanding of science is vital to effective changes in science education. Discusses Thomas Kuhn's writings on the physical sciences and argues that Kuhn provides a better understanding of science education than do earlier models of science, although Kuhn's model fails to connect science with other social processes and interests.…
Descriptors: Experiments, Instruction, Intellectual Development, Knowledge Level