Evaluations of Science Laboratory Data: The Role of Computer-Presented Information.

Nachmias, Rafi; Linn, Marcia C.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Evaluations of Science Laboratory Data: The Role of Computer-Presented Information.

Nachmias, Rafi; Linn, Marcia C.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v24 n5 p491-506 May 1987

Examines (1) how students evaluate information obtained in the science laboratory; (2) the effects of use of microcomputer-based laboratory; and, (3) the effects of explicit instruction on critical evaluation skills. Discusses results in terms of students' propensity to accept incorrect graphs and in terms of the effect of the enhanced instruction for skill promotion. (ML)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Graphs, Learning Strategies, Microcomputers, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Skill Development, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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