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ERIC Number: EJ380815
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Development and Use of Diagnostic Tests to Evaluate Students' Misconceptions in Science.
Treagust, David F.
International Journal of Science Education, v10 n2 p159-69 Apr-Jun 1988
Describes 10 steps for developing a diagnostic test of students' misconceptions and the use of two tests in chemistry (covalent bonding and structure) and in biology (photosynthesis and respiration in plants). Discusses the results and some implications for teaching science. (YP)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Diagnostic Tests, Misconceptions, Molecular Structure, Photosynthesis, Science Education, Science Tests, Scientific Concepts, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Test Construction
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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