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ERIC Number: EJ202000
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1979-Mar
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History and Quasi-History in Physics Education--Part 1.
Whitaker, M. A. B.
Physics Education, v14 n2 p108-12 Mar 1979
Explains the origins of quasi-history in physics, and its aims of providing a framework for relevant scientific facts. Presents a large number of examples and discusses their effects on attitudes of students and others toward physics and science in general. (GA)
Descriptors: Atomic Theory, College Science, Experiments, Higher Education, Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Research, Science Education, Science History, Scientists, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles
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Language: English
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