Problems with the Assessment of Performance in Practical Science: Which Way Now?.

Gott, Richard; Duggan, Sandra

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ERIC Number: EJ676747

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Publication Date: 2002

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Problems with the Assessment of Performance in Practical Science: Which Way Now?

Gott, Richard; Duggan, Sandra

Cambridge Journal of Education, v32 n2 p183-201 Jun 2002

Presents an overview of problems associated with assessment of practical work in science. Identifies two theoretical positions that present teaching and assessment flow. Examines some available evidence on possible assessment methods that articulate with these two positions. Considers a position adopted by the United Kingdom National Curriculum in science. (BT)

Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Problems, Foreign Countries, National Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom

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