The Subject Matter Knowledge in Physics Related Topics of Hong Kong Junior Secondary Science Teachers.

Yip, D. Y.; Chung, C. M.; Mak, S. Y.

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ERIC Number: EJ580439

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Publication Date: 1998

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The Subject Matter Knowledge in Physics Related Topics of Hong Kong Junior Secondary Science Teachers.

Yip, D. Y.; Chung, C. M.; Mak, S. Y.

Journal of Science Education and Technology, v7 n4 p319-28 Dec 1998

Assesses the subject-matter competence in physics of inservice junior secondary science teachers in Hong Kong. Concludes that teachers lack subject-area knowledge. Discusses general implications for educational improvement. Contains 41 references. (DDR)

Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Knowledge Base for Teaching, Misconceptions, Physics, Problem Solving, Science Teachers

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Hong Kong

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