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ERIC Number: EJ551198
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-0926-7220
The Development of the Concept of Work: A Case Where History Can Inform Pedagogy.
De Berg, Kevin C.
Science and Education, v6 n5 p511-27 Sep 1997
Presents an historical analysis of the work concept with particular emphasis given to the contributions of John Smeaton and Daniel Bernoulli. Emphasizes the work done by both applied and resisting forces. Contains 23 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Educational Strategies, Epistemology, Force, Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Physics, Science Curriculum, Science History, Science Instruction, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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