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ERIC Number: EJ325752
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1985
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Students' Alternative Conceptions of the Human Circulatory System: A Cross-Age Study.
Arnaudin, Mary W.; Mintzes, Joel J.
Science Education, v69 n5 p721-33 Oct 1985
Concept maps and structured/clinical interviews were completed by 25 fourth graders and 25 college freshmen to determine knowledge of the human circulatory system. Students (N=945) at various levels were then measured for misconception frequencies. Student preconceptions appear to be tenacious, but confrontation strategies may assist fundamental paradigmatic shifts by students. (DH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biology, Cardiovascular System, College Science, Concept Formation, Concept Mapping, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Prior Learning, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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