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The Constructivist Perspective: Implications and Teaching Strategies for Science.
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Saunders, Walter L. – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Discusses the role constructivist learning theory is taking in the change of teaching strategies in the science laboratory. The laboratory moves from a place where knowledge is verified to one where relationships are actively investigated through hands-on, cooperative activities. (MDH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Experiential Learning, Learning Activities
Teaching Angiosperm Reproduction by Means of the Learning Cycle.
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Scharmann, Lawrence C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1991
Discussed is an alternative teaching strategy to uncover and assess a common misconception in the life sciences and to articulate its use in teaching a unit on angiosperm reproduction. The learning cycle is described, and a concept map on reproduction on angiosperms is included. (KR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Educational Strategies, Learning Processes
Using Grade Eight Students' Existing Knowledge to Teach about Parallel Lines.
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Mansfield, Helen M.; Happs, John C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Reports misconceptions identified in students with respect to the topic of parallel lines and the teaching strategies found to be useful in challenging those misconceptions. (11 references) (MDH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation