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Peer reviewedRenner, John W.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
Discusses a study which examined the last factor of Piaget's model of intelligence-functioning. Sought to determine if empirical evidence could be formed to support the existence of assimilation, disequilibrium, accommodation, and organization in the learning of physics. Naturalistic data provided support for the Piagetian functioning model of…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Learning Processes, Learning Theories, Models
Melvin, Karla; Carrier, Carol – Performance and Instruction, 1986
This study gathered information about the personal teaching theories, learning styles, and teaching methods and techniques of instructors in a business setting. Results of the study and principles derived from research on faculty development are reflected in a proposed intervention model which is designed to improve instructor skills. (MBR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Educational Research, Faculty Development, Industrial Training
Download full textLincoln, Yvonna S. – 1988
The revolution in hard sciences is explored, from the Cartesian-Newtonian worldview to the Heisenbergian universe, and consideration is given to whether the conventional, Cartesian model is a serviceable one for research in the social/applied sciences. Five axioms comprising the existing paradigm of logical positivism are outlined (reality,…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Inquiry
