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Peer reviewedWoolnough, Jim – Research in Science Education, 2000
Describes a laboratory-based program in physics designed to help students build effective links between the mathematical equations used to solve problems in mechanics and the real world of moving objects. Conducts the study among senior college students and points out the value of laboratory work in science education for development of thinking…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedSmeh, Kathy; Fawns, Rod – Research in Science Education, 2000
Young pupils find collaborative learning hard to sustain, even though it is recommended by developmental psychology and classroom intervention theories. Investigates the effect of two role attribution strategies on communication in peer groups of different gender composition in 8th grade science classes. Confirms the effectiveness of social role…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperation, Developmental Psychology
Peer reviewedButler, Susan – Research in Science Education, 1999
Describes action research on the efficacy of problem-based learning using a hermeneutic dialectic methodology. Focuses on the emergence of students' critical-thinking skills, the relevance of science concepts taught, the interdisciplinary nature of the problems addressed, and the changing roles of the teacher and students. Reports that the course…
Descriptors: Action Research, Classroom Research, Constructivism (Learning), Critical Thinking
