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Scharfenberg, Franz-Josef; Bogner, Franz X. – Research in Science Education, 2013
Our research objective focused on examining the instructional efficiency of tutoring as a form of instructional change as opposed to a non-tutoring approach in an outreach laboratory. We designed our laboratory based on cognitive load (CL) theory. Altogether, 269 twelfth-graders participated in our day-long module "Genetic Fingerprinting." In a…
Descriptors: Tutoring, Instructional Effectiveness, Genetics, Laboratories
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Rebello, Carina M.; Siegel, Marcelle A.; Witzig, Stephen B.; Freyermuth, Sharyn K.; McClure, Bruce A. – Research in Science Education, 2012
The purpose of this investigation was to explore students' epistemic beliefs and conceptual understanding of biotechnology. Epistemic beliefs can influence reasoning, how individuals evaluate information, and informed decision making abilities. These skills are important for an informed citizenry that will participate in debates regarding areas in…
Descriptors: Case Records, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Epistemology