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Dowd, Jason E.; Araujo, Ives; Mazur, Eric – Physical Review Special Topics - Physics Education Research, 2015
Although confusion is generally perceived to be negative, educators dating as far back as Socrates, who asked students to question assumptions and wrestle with ideas, have challenged this notion. Can confusion be productive? How should instructors interpret student expressions of confusion? During two semesters of introductory physics that…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Introductory Courses, Physics, Teaching Methods
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The "Vocabulary Improvement Program for English Language Learners and Their Classmates" ("VIP") is a vocabulary development curriculum for English language learners and native English speakers (grades 4-6). The 15-week program includes 30-45 minute whole class and small group activities, which aim to increase students'…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Grade 5, Reading Assignments, Intervention