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Probing the Relationship between Process of Spatial Problems Solving and Science Learning: An Eye Tracking Approach
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Chen, Yi-Chun; Yang, Fang-Ying – International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 2014
There were two purposes in the study. One was to explore the cognitive activities during spatial problem solving and the other to probe the relationship between spatial ability and science concept learning. Twenty university students participated in the study. The Purdue Visualization of Rotations Test (PVRT) was used to assess the spatial…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Spatial Ability, Problem Solving, Science Instruction
Pupils' Perceptions of Three-Dimensional Structures in Biology Lessons.
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Russell-Gebbett, Jean – Journal of Biological Education, 1984
Investigated 11 to 15 year olds' abilities to understand three-dimensional structures (including sectional views of eggs, cells, stems, and fish) studies in biology. Results indicate two skills needed for success: abstracting sectional shapes and appreciating spatial relationships of internal parts. Gives examples of students "talking…
Descriptors: Biology, Cognitive Ability, Science Education, Science Instruction
Preservice Secondary Education Majors and Visual-Spatial Perception: An Important Cognitive Aptitude in the Teaching of Science and Mathematics.
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Lord, Thomas; Holland, Melinda – Journal of Science Teacher Education, 1997
Investigates the hypothesis that preservice teachers specializing in science and mathematics will score significantly higher on spatial ability tests than other preservice teachers. Also investigates gender-related differences in spatial ability. Contains 26 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Concept Formation, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction