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ERIC Number: EJ625484
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0926-7220
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Galileo's 'Jumping-Hill' Experiment in the Classroom--A Constructivist's Analysis.
Kubli, Fritz
Science and Education, v10 n1-2 p145-48 Jan-Mar 2001
Uses Galileo's 'jumping-hill' experiment as an historical element to improve science teaching in the classroom. Illustrates that the experiment can stimulate an animated discussion in the classroom, even if precise historic circumstances are not mentioned. The historical dimensions bring some color into the lesson, which increases attention. (SAH)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Laboratory Experiments, Mechanics (Physics), Science History, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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