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Peer reviewedEpstein, Joyce L.; Petersen, Anne C. – American Journal of Education, 1991
The articles of this special edition on education and development in adolescence share some common themes, raise points for debate, and offer new research ideas. Common themes emphasize the following: (1) diversity among adolescents; (2) simultaneity of multiple forms of development; and (3) multiple environmental influences on adolescents. (SLD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Community Influence
Peer reviewedLinn, Marcia C.; Songer, Nancy Butler – American Journal of Education, 1991
A theoretical perspective is presented for examining conceptual change in adolescence and the social context of learning. A case study of the Computer as Lab Partner project illustrates the following: (1) conceptual and cognitive changes in eighth graders' understanding of physical science concepts; (2) ways concepts are constructed; and (3)…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Cognitive Development, Computer Assisted Instruction
