Piaget and the Training of Elementary Science Teachers: Theory into Practice.

McCormack, Alan J.; Bybee, Rodger W.

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Publication Date: 1971

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Piaget and the Training of Elementary Science Teachers: Theory into Practice

McCormack, Alan J.; Bybee, Rodger W.

Science Education, 55, 2, 233-240, Apr/Jun 71

Summarizes Piagetian developmental psychology, and describes a study in which trainee elementary school teachers administered Piagetian tasks to pupils. During this time the teachers were being instructed in the development of children's thought processes. Results support the continued use of the method. (AL)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Measurement, Cognitive Tests, Elementary School Science, Instruction, Learning Theories, Teacher Education

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