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ERIC Number: EJ152035
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1976
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Using Contradiction to Stimulate Curiosity
Vidler, Derek C.; Lawlor, Francis X.
Science Teacher, 43, 9, 35-36, Dec 76
Described is a technique for inducing curiosity in students through conceptual conflicts due to contradiction. A case study involving the evolution of atomic structure theory is provided. (SL)
Descriptors: Creative Activities, Curiosity, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Science Activities, Science Education, Secondary School Science
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Audience: Practitioners
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