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Garigliano, Leonard J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1975
Students using the Science Curriculum Improvement Study curriculum were informally observed to be incapable of defining a system although they could perform related tasks. A study was performed to determine students' understanding of various aspects of systems. (SD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Concept Teaching, Elementary Education

Cooney, Thomas J.; Davis, Edward J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1976
The teacher of mathematics or science must be aware of the concepts, facts, and generalizations of his field, of psychological principles of learning, and of teaching methods. Methods appropriate to the teaching of concepts differ from methods for teaching generalizations. (SD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Teaching, Elementary Secondary Education, Generalization

Leyden, Michael B. – School Science and Mathematics, 1976
Provides a series of concepts which may aid in the formation of behavioral objectives and learning experiences for elementary school children. Coping behaviors, decision making, life style, self-development, educational awareness, attitudes and appreciations, and career information are considered integral parts of a career education program with…
Descriptors: Career Awareness, Career Education, Cognitive Development, Concept Teaching