The Importance of Transfer Training in Elementary Physics.

Chen, C. S.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1984

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The Importance of Transfer Training in Elementary Physics.

Chen, C. S.; And Others

Journal of College Science Teaching, v13 n3 p160-62 Dec-Jan 1983-84

Determined effects of including supplementary readings designed to help students (N=233) relate physics to other fields. Both achievement and attitude were measured and significant improvement differences were found for both due to the treatment. Sources for the supplemental readings are cited. (JM)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, College Science, Generalization, Higher Education, Learning Processes, Physics, Prior Learning, Relevance (Education), Science Education, Science Instruction, Skill Development, Supplementary Reading Materials, Teaching Methods, Transfer of Training

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Language: English

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