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Peer reviewedDrayton, Brian; Falk, Joni – Science Educator, 2002
Explains the inquiry teaching strategy and how the learning process occurs with inquiry-based instruction. Discusses how teachers can facilitate the development of science understanding and maintain inquiry-oriented classrooms. (Contains 31 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Inquiry, Middle Schools, School Districts
Peer reviewedAustin, Lydia – Physics Education, 1998
Argues that by examining which concepts of a particular area of physics are fundamental and which are defined, teachers can choose concepts for investigation that progress logically and should minimize students' misconceptions and confusion. (Author)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Concept Teaching, Constructivism (Learning), Foreign Countries
Development of a Course on Instructional Strategies for In-Service Science and Mathematics Teachers.
Download full textChang, Ching-Kuch – 1998
An investigation-based course on teaching strategies for in-service science and mathematics teachers has been developed. The purpose of this course was to learn how to teach science or mathematics from the constructivist perspective. The course development was based on constructivism, especially social constructivism. Major adjustments concerning…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning, Course Descriptions, Elementary Secondary Education
