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ERIC Number: EJ557966
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-8274
Chaos, Complexity, and Fuzziness: Science Looks at Teaching English.
McAndrew, Donald A.
English Journal, v86 n7 p37-43 Nov 1997
Describes three recent scientific theories (chaos theory, complexity theory, and fuzzy logic) and shows how they serve as metaphors for understanding English teaching. (SR)
Descriptors: Chaos Theory, English Instruction, Higher Education, Scientific Concepts, Secondary Education, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Student Relationship
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Complexity Theory; Fuzzy Logic
Note: Theme issue: Interdisciplinary English.