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ERIC Number: EJ304712
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
Mendelian Genetics: Paradigm, Conjecture, or Research Program.
Oldham, V.; Brouwer, W.
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v21 n6 p623-37 Sep 1984
Applies Kuhn's model of the structure of scientific revolutions, Popper's hypothetic-deductive model of science, and Lakatos' methodology of competing research programs to a historical biological episode. Suggests using Kuhn's model (emphasizing the nonrational basis of science) and Popper's model (emphasizing the rational basis of science) in high school science courses. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Genetics, High Schools, Models, Philosophy, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science, Theories
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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Identifiers: Kuhn (Thomas S); Popper (Sir Karl)