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ERIC Number: EJ649555
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8148
A Bat Is Like a...
Rule, Audrey C.; Rust, Cynthia
Science and Children, v39 n3 p26-31 Nov-Dec 2001
Describes use of the "Teaching With Analogies" (TWA) model to enhance science learning. The model includes six operations: (1) Introduce the target concept; (2) Review the analog concept; (3) Identify relevant features of target and analog; (4) Map similarities; (5) Indicate where the analog breaks down; and (6) Draw conclusions. (Contains 13 references). (DLH)
Descriptors: Analogy, Elementary Education, Models, Science Education, Thinking Skills
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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