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ERIC Number: EJ552889
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0305-7267
Collateral Learning and the Eco-Cultural Paradigm in Science and Mathematics Education in Africa.
Jegede, Olugbemiro J.
Studies in Science Education, v25 p97-137 1995
Discusses how learning occurs and the role of the learning environment as a source of information. Argues that the culture of the learner has a central role in the learning of science using the traditional world view of African students as an example. Contains 124 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Constructivism (Learning), Cultural Background, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Ethnomathematics, Foreign Countries, Learning Theories, Mathematics Education, Science Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Africa; Australia