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ERIC Number: EJ638169
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0950-0693
Using Demonstrations as a Contextual Road Map: Enhancing Course Continuity and Promoting Active Engagement in Introductory College Physics.
Buncick, M. C.; Betts, P. G.; Horgan, D. D.
International Journal of Science Education, v23 n12 p1237-55 Dec 2001
Presents a series of standard demonstrations as examples of activities that can be used to introduce multiple concepts and tie different sections of an introductory physics course together. Contributes to changes in classroom dynamics by stimulating student engagement and encouraging inclusivity. (Contains 23 references.) (DDR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures, College Curriculum, Demonstrations (Science), Higher Education, Knowledge Representation, Physics, Prior Learning, Science Education, Student Motivation
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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