A Comparison of Applied and Theoretical Knowledge of Concepts Based on the Particulate Nature of Matter.

Haidar, Abdullateef H.; Abraham, Michael R.

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ERIC Number: EJ438354

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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A Comparison of Applied and Theoretical Knowledge of Concepts Based on the Particulate Nature of Matter.

Haidar, Abdullateef H.; Abraham, Michael R.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v28 n10 p919-38 Dec 1991

High school chemistry students' (n=183) applied and theoretical knowledge of dissolution, diffusion, effusion, and states of matter were compared. Study found that students' formal reasoning ability and their preexisting knowledge are associated with their conceptions and use of particulate theory. A significant difference between applied and theoretical knowledge was found. A copy of the application form test is provided. (Author/KR)

Descriptors: Chemistry, Concept Formation, Learning Processes, Misconceptions, Prior Learning, Science Education, Secondary Education, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires

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Language: English

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