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Mensch, David L.; Rubba, Peter A. – 1989
The ue of hands-on models in teaching protein synthesis, in comparison to traditional expository methods, has been shown to improve the content achievement of biology students. The purpose of this study was to evaluate a set of models and the accompanying laboratory exercises in terms of content achievement and attitude toward biology and…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Biochemistry, Biology, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedMensch, David L.; Rubba, Peter A. – School Science and Mathematics, 1991
The effectiveness of using a set of models in two protein synthesis laboratory exercises accompanied by a series of two lectures on the topic was assessed. The purpose, procedure, example test items, the findings, and a discussion are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Achievement, Biology, Experiential Learning, Manipulative Materials
