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ERIC Number: EJ187291
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1978
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Cognitive Preference Styles Across Three Science Disciplines
Tamir, P.; Kempa, R. F.
Science Education, 62, 2, 143-52, Apr-Jun 78
Reports a study of the cognitive preferences of 599 tenth grade students in physics, chemistry, and biology and the effects of sex and school type on outcomes. Findings indicate cognitive preference was the same for all three sciences, sex is not significant, and school type affects curiosity and utility outcomes. (SL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Tests, Educational Research, Measurement Instruments, Physical Sciences, Science Education, Science Interests, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Student Interests
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Language: English
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