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ERIC Number: EJ226330
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980
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The Use of Models in Science and Science Teaching.
Gilbert, J. K.; Osborne, R. J.
European Journal of Science Education, v2 n1 p3-13 Jan-Mar 1980
Five types of models are discussed as they relate to their function in the sciences and science teaching. These include scale, analogue, mathematical, theoretical, and archetypal models. (SA)
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Resources, Higher Education, Models, Resource Materials, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Principles, Units of Study
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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