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ERIC Number: EJ185898
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1978
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Junior High School Pupils' Understanding of the Particulate Nature of Matter: An Interview Study
Novick, Shimshon; Nussbaum, Joseph
Science Education, 62, 3, 273-81, Jul-Sep 78
A sample of eighth grade Israeli pupils was interviewed to assess their understanding of some aspects of the particle model of matter. Results show that a significant position of the sample failed to internalize important aspects of the model. Reinforcement of these aspects in pupils' ongoing learning is recommended. (HM)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Curriculum Evaluation, Educational Research, Instruction, Interviews, Junior High School Students, Physical Sciences, Psychological Patterns, Reinforcement, Science Education, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science
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Identifiers: Israel