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ERIC Number: EJ646042
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
What Can Physics Teachers Learn from Research in Physics Education?
Jenkins, Edgar W.
Physics Education, v35 n4 p245-250 Jul 2000
Argues that although findings of the educational research are very valuable in physics education it is not the most important element to improve education. Discusses comparisons of students' academic achievement from an international perspective, students' understanding of scientific concepts, and research and practice in physics education. (Contains 18 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Improvement, Educational Research, Physics, Professional Development, Science Education, Science Teachers, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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