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ERIC Number: EJ561895
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0157-244X
Problem Solving in Science and Technology Education.
Murphy, Patricia; McCormick, Robert
Research in Science Education, v27 n3 p461-81 1997
Explores different curricular emphases in processes and content which reflect different goals and educational research traditions. Problem solving remains neglected in both areas. Draws on situated learning and social constructivist literature to provide insights into problem solving in technology education. Contains 54 references. (Author/PVD)
Descriptors: Course Content, Curriculum Evaluation, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Problem Solving, Science Education, Science Process Skills, Scientific Methodology, Teaching Methods, Technology Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Situated Learning; Social Constructivism; United Kingdom