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Bell, Randy L.; Matkins, Juanita Jo; Gansneder, Bruce M. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2011
This mixed-methods investigation compared the relative impacts of instructional approach and context of nature of science instruction on preservice elementary teachers' understandings. The sample consisted of 75 preservice teachers enrolled in four sections of an elementary science methods course. Independent variables included instructional…
Descriptors: Investigations, Control Groups, Preservice Teachers, Elementary School Science
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Wallace, Carolyn S.; Tsoi, Mai Yin; Calkin, Jamie; Darley, Marshall – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2003
The use of inquiry-based laboratory in college science classes is on the rise. This study investigated how five nonmajor biology students learned from an inquiry-based laboratory experience. Using interpretive data analysis, the five students' conceptual ecologies, learning beliefs, and science epistemologies were explored. Findings indicated that…
Descriptors: Nonmajors, Science Laboratories, Data Analysis, College Science