ERIC Number: EJ761126
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004
Pages: 11
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Decoding Astronomical Concepts
Durisen, Richard H.; Pilachowski, Catherine A.
New Directions for Teaching and Learning, n98 p33-43 Sum 2004
Two astronomy professors, using the Decoding the Disciplines process, help their students use abstract theories to analyze light and to visualize the enormous scale of astronomical concepts. (Contains 5 figures.)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Physical Sciences, Introductory Courses, College Freshmen, Learning Problems, Visualization, Misconceptions, Scientific Concepts, Inquiry, Learning Strategies, Student Participation, Models, Abstract Reasoning
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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