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ERIC Number: EJ602770
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000-Mar
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-189X
Research News and Comment. Toward a Model of Academic Development: Schooling and the Acquisition of Knowledge.
Alexander, Patricia A.
Educational Researcher, v29 n2 p28-33,44 Mar 2000
Suggests the study of academic development as a viable research agenda. Begins by examining the theme of schooling and knowledge, discussing an epistemological orientation and describing academic development (what it is, why it is important to pursue models of academic development, and how to overcome perceived barriers). Concludes that it is worth the effort to overcome any barriers. (SM)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Knowledge Level, Student Development, Student Improvement
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Knowledge Acquisition; Knowledge Development