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| Capie, William | 1 |
| DeFranco, Thomas C. | 1 |
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| Lonning, Robert A. | 1 |
| Tobin, Kenneth G. | 1 |
| Yeotis, Catherine | 1 |
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Peer reviewedTobin, Kenneth G.; Capie, William – School Science and Mathematics, 1980
Described is a model for planning and conducting an investigation designed to teach science process skills. Use of this model illustrates the generalizability of process skills and facilitates their inclusion in novel curriculum areas and beyond the classroom. (DS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Elementary Secondary Education, Junior High School Students, Middle Schools
Peer reviewedYeotis, Catherine; Hosticka, Alice – School Science and Mathematics, 1980
Described is a three-phase model for teaching problem solving to the middle school student. Phases include cue attendance, thinking aloud, and developing diagrams of steps to solutions. Because middle school students are in a transitional period in their cognitive processes, implementation of problem solving skills seems appropriate. (Author/DS)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Junior High School Students, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedLonning, Robert A.; DeFranco, Thomas C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1994
An integrated mathematics/science elementary methods course was developed as part of Connecticut's statewide systemic initiative. Considers: (1) What does integration mean? (2) What content should be taught? and (3) How should it be taught? Implementation team included an exemplary elementary teacher. Appendix presents a sample integrated lesson.…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Higher Education
