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Direct linkLouca, Loucas; Elby, Andrew; Hammer, David; Kagey, Trisha – Educational Psychologist, 2004
Most research on personal epistemologies has conceived them as made up of relatively large, coherent, and stable cognitive structures, either developmental stages or beliefs (perhaps organized into theories). Recent work has challenged these views, arguing that personal epistemologies are better understood as made up of finer grained cognitive…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Comparative Analysis, Teaching Methods, Cognitive Structures
Gabel, Dorothy L., Ed. – 1993
This uniquely comprehensive and current survey of the research in science education has been compiled by the most prominent experts in the field. More than a summary of findings, the content of this comprehensive single volume provides an assessment of the significance of research; evaluates new developments; and examines current conflicts,…
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, Cognitive Structures, Context Effect
