Field-Dependent and Field-Independent Cognitive Styles and Their Educational Implications.

Witkin, H. A.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ161385

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Publication Date: 1977

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Field-Dependent and Field-Independent Cognitive Styles and Their Educational Implications

Witkin, H. A.; And Others

Review of Educational Research, 47, 1, 1-64, Win 77

Research on cognitive styles, particularly field dependence/ independence has implications for understanding how students learn; how teachers teach; how teachers and students interact, and how students make educational and vocational choices and perform in the areas of their choice. (Author/MV)

Descriptors: Career Choice, Cognitive Style, Educational Problems, Educational Research, Individual Differences, Student Teacher Relationship, Students, Teaching Styles

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