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Peer reviewedHammer, David – Physics Teacher, 1989
Considers what college students think reasoning about physics involves. Discusses whether it is possible to identify students' general conceptions of physics and the effects of a course on students' concepts. Data indicated that students' understandings had an effect on problem solving, qualitative problems, and misconceptions. (YP)
Descriptors: Beliefs, College Science, Concept Formation, Higher Education
Peer reviewedAguirre, Jose M. – Physics Teacher, 1988
Examines preconceptions regarding several implicit vector characteristics that 15- to 17-year-old students possess just before taking their first physics course. Shows seven vector characteristics and three tasks for interviewing students. Presents the most common student preconceptions regarding each of the implicit vector characteristics. (YP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Interviews, Mechanics (Physics)
