The Acquisition of Biological Knowledge during Childhood: An Alternative Conception.

Mintzes, Joel J.

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ERIC Number: EJ407665

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Publication Date: 1989

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The Acquisition of Biological Knowledge during Childhood: An Alternative Conception.

Mintzes, Joel J.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v26 n9 p823-26 Dec 1989

Presented is a criticism of Lawson's (1988) article on the development of misconceptions of biological concepts. Lawson's response to this criticism follows. (CW)

Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Cognitive Development, Criticism, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Processes, Misconceptions, Science Education, Secondary School Science

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers; Policymakers

Language: English

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