Confusion Is Ahead in Brain Research.

Hutson, Barbara A.

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ERIC Number: EJ309900

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Publication Date: 1984

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Confusion Is Ahead in Brain Research.

Hutson, Barbara A.

American School Board Journal, v171 n10 p34-36 Oct 1984

Examines the theoretical basis of suggestions that children's brain size and intelligence grow in periodic spurts and plateaus and that schooling should be planned accordingly. A "mock debate" presents excerpts from researchers holding conflicting viewpoints on this issue. (TE)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Developmental Stages, Elementary Secondary Education, Intelligence, Learning Plateaus, Learning Readiness, Psychological Characteristics, Psychological Patterns, Psychophysiology, Scientific Research, Skill Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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