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Marcus Kubsch – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2024
Energy is a central concept across the sciences and an important goal of science education is to support all students so that they develop a full understanding of the energy concept. However, given the abstract and complex nature of the energy concept, only a few students develop an understanding so that they can use energy ideas to make sense of…
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
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Wu, Hsin-Kai; Krajcik, Joseph S. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2006
This case study characterizes the inscriptional practices demonstrated by seventh graders, particularly their use of data tables and graphs, in an inquiry-based learning environment. Using a naturalistic approach, we collected multiple sources of data during an 8-month instructional unit that emphasized water quality and relevant concepts. The…
Descriptors: Grade 7, Educational Environment, Water Quality, Graphs