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ERIC Number: EJ228872
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980
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The Learner's Prior Knowledge: A Critical Review of Techniques for Probing Its Organization.
Sutton, Clive R.
European Journal of Science Education, v2 n2 p107-20 Apr-Jun 1980
Examines the usefulness and limitations of the notion of cognitive structure in science and the idea of mapping or charting it. Surveys several techniques for enumerating cognitive structure and explores possible classroom applications. (GS)
Descriptors: Association (Psychology), Cognitive Measurement, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Theories, Science Education, Scientific Concepts
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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