Prior Knowledge or Advance Organizers as Effective Variables in Chemical Learning.

Fensham, P. J.; West, L. H. T.

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ERIC Number: EJ147070

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1976

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Prior Knowledge or Advance Organizers as Effective Variables in Chemical Learning

Fensham, P. J.; West, L. H. T.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 13, 4, 297-306, Jul 76

This report describes an attempt to apply a critical empirical test to some predictions from Ausubel's theory concerning the subsuming role of advance organizers. Alternative explanations are proposed and subsequent predictions tested. (BT)

Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Chemistry, Educational Background, Educational Research, Instruction, Knowledge Level, Learning, Learning Theories, Science Education, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science

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