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ERIC Number: EJ557517
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
Differences in Problem Solving by Nonscience Majors in Introductory Chemistry on Paired Algorithmic-Conceptual Problems.
Mason, Diana S.; Shell, Duane F.; Crawley, Frank E.
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v34 n9 p905-24 Nov 1997
Identifies and describes the differences in the problem-solving methods used by faculty teaching introductory chemistry and students enrolled in an introductory chemistry course. Results indicate that students correctly solve algorithmic-mode problems more frequently. Contains 33 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Chemistry, Concept Formation, Higher Education, Information Processing, Introductory Courses, Laboratory Procedures, Learning Strategies, Problem Solving, Science Curriculum, Science Process Skills
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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