Weaving Narrative Nets To Capture School Science Classrooms.

Geelan, David R.

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ERIC Number: EJ564591

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Publication Date: 1997

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Weaving Narrative Nets To Capture School Science Classrooms.

Geelan, David R.

Research in Science Education, v27 n4 p553-63 1997

Presents a study that uses a quasi-ethnographic methodology employing impressionistic tales of the field to explore constraints and successes encountered by teachers while implementing innovative teaching approaches in middle school classrooms. A new middle school structure blended elementary and secondary school cultures. Presents three tales that explore issues related to the nature of science and science education. Contains 26 references. (Author/PVD)

Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Educational Innovation, Epistemology, Ethnography, Foreign Countries, Integrated Curriculum, Middle Schools, Narration, Research Methodology, Science Education, Secondary Education, Teacher Role

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Australia

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