The Formalisation Problem in Teaching School Physics.

Catania, Giovanna

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Publication Date: 1987

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The Formalisation Problem in Teaching School Physics.

Catania, Giovanna

Physics Education, v22 n2 p112-15 Mar 1987

Criticizes the current method of formalization in Italian schools and the use of tools of the mathematical method. Proposes a general three-stage formalization method which can used for physical quantities, the particular significance of certain quantities, and the description and interpretation of phenomena. (TW)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Foreign Countries, Learning Strategies, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Logic, Mathematical Models, Physics, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Italy

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