Chemistry Teachers' Functional Paradigms.

Lantz, Oliver; Kass, Heidi

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ERIC Number: EJ351467

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Publication Date: 1987

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Chemistry Teachers' Functional Paradigms.

Lantz, Oliver; Kass, Heidi

Science Education, v71 n1 p117-34 Jan 1987

Discusses a study which examined the interpretive process used by high school chemistry teachers in translating curriculum materials into classroom practice. Results indicate that differences exist among teachers but that commonalities are greater. Explains the functional paradigm concept and its value for the interpretation of curriculum materials. (ML)

Descriptors: Chemistry, Curriculum Development, Models, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction, Science Materials, Science Teachers, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Teacher Background, Teacher Characteristics, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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