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ERIC Number: EJ356091
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Constructivism in the Classroom: Enabling Conceptual Change By Words and Deeds.
Watts, Mike; Bentley, Di
British Educational Research Journal, v13 n2 p121-35 1987
Argues that verbal and non-verbal cues initiated by science teachers affect students' willingness to explore their own ideas. States that changes in such teacher behaviors are necessary before the conceptual changes sought in science education can occur. (AEM)
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Curriculum Development, Educational Environment, Nonverbal Communication, Science Education, Teacher Student Relationship, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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