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Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
ERIC Number: EJ651248
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2002
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0157-244X
The Multiple Faces of Peer Review in Science Education.
Tobin, Kenneth
Research in Science Education, v32 n2 p135-56 2002
Early science educators need a gradual introduction to peer review activities. Employs cultural sociology and activity theory to identify patterns of coherence and coexisting contradictions that create tensions to catalyze improvements in science education. (DDR)
Descriptors: Cultural Influences, Educational Change, Evaluative Thinking, Higher Education, Interprofessional Relationship, Peer Evaluation, Science Instruction, Science Teachers, Scientific and Technical Information, Writing for Publication
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Activity Theory; Peer Review Organizations
Note: Theme issue: Peer Review in Science Education.