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Havdala, Rachel; Ashkenazi, Guy – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2007
Students' views about science were correlated with their approaches to lab practice. Three distinct cases are discussed in detail: empiricist-oriented, rationalist-oriented, and constructivist-oriented students. A coherent epistemological theory was constructed for each case, by considering the different degrees of certainty and confidence each…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Theory Practice Relationship, Correlation, Epistemology
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Boulton, Andrew; Panizzon, Debra – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1998
Argues that the knowledge explosion in science promotes a perception that scientific knowledge is temporary and unreliable. Presents an ecological example that partially supports these conclusions. Contains 35 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Higher Education
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Parke, Helen M.; Coble, Charles R. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1997
Reports on the design of a model for transformational science teaching that focuses on linking theory with practice through curriculum decision making. This model is the framework for professional-development sessions for middle-grade science teachers. Contains 63 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools