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Peer reviewedJorgenson, Olaf – Educational Forum, 2003
Suggests that findings of brain research have been adopted uncritically by educators; points out misconceptions about such studies. Cautions educators to ensure that practices are based on well-designed and validated studies. (Contains 16 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Brain, Educational Change, Research Problems, Research Utilization
Peer reviewedZeidler, Dana L.; Sadler, Troy D.; Berson, Michael J.; Fogelman, Aimee L. – Educational Forum, 2002
Investigates three types of bad science: (1) cultural prejudice based on scientific errors (polygenism, phrenology, reification through intelligence testing); (2) unethical science (Tuskegee syphilis experiments, tobacco companies and research); and (3) unwitting errors (pesticides, chlorofluorocarbons). (Contains 50 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Ethics, Ethnic Bias, Intelligence Tests, Politics
Peer reviewedKysilka, Marcella L. – Educational Forum, 1998
Perceived lack of quality in educational research is due to length of time to see results, the disarray of the field, and politicization. Improvements are needed in conceptualization, methodology, and the composition and technical format of research reports. (SK)
Descriptors: Educational Quality, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
