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Peer reviewedLinn, M. C.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1989
Assesses the role of science topic instruction combined with logical reasoning strategy instruction in teaching high school students about blood pressure problems. Reports positive effects of the combined instruction compared to science topic instruction. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Biology, Formal Operations, Junior High Schools, Logical Thinking
Download full textNiaz, Mansoor – 1993
Achievement in science depends among other factors on hypothetico-deductive reasoning ability; that is, on the developmental level of the students. Recent research indicates that developmental level of the students should be studied along with individual difference variables such as Pascual-Leone's M-capacity (information processing) and Witkin's…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Chemistry, Cognitive Processes, College Freshmen
