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ERIC Number: EJ354695
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
Tools for Bridging the Cultures of Everyday and Scientific Thinking.
Hawkins, Jan; Pea, Roy D.
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v24 n4 p291-307 Apr 1987
Presents perspectives on creating new technology-based supports for science learning. Reviews current philosophies concerning the interpretative nature of scientific inquiry and discusses the difficulties of students and teachers in science education. Describes a prototype software system for supporting scientific inquiry processes in students. (ML)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Concept Formation, Educational Technology, Inquiry, Learning Processes, Science Education, Science Instruction, Scientific Literacy, Skill Development, Technological Advancement
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Constructivism