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ERIC Number: EJ262227
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1982-Apr
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Accommodation of a Scientific Conception: Toward a Theory of Conceptual Change.
Posner, George J.; And Others
Science Education, v66 n2 p211-27 Apr 1982
A general model of conceptual change which is largely derived from current philosophy of science, but which can illuminate learning as well, is described. Some features of this model are illustrated by interviews with students studying special relativity in physics. Finally, some pedagogical implications are presented. (Author/PB)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Conservation (Concept), Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Processes, Logical Thinking, Physics, Relativity, Science Education, Scientific Concepts, Teacher Role, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Science Education Research