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ERIC Number: EJ382820
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Student Misconceptions in Mechanics: An International Problem?
Van Hise, Yvette A.
Physics Teacher, v26 n8 p498-502 Nov 1988
States that students have misconceptions about the principles of mechanics internationally providing examples and two problems. Describes Nachtigall's program to train teachers and reports its application to classroom teaching. (YP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation, Gravity (Physics), Mechanics (Physics), Misconceptions, Physics, Science Education, Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Principles, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Teacher Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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