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ERIC Number: EJ418996
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8555
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Model Misunderstandings. Teach the Limitations.
Schamp, Homer W., Jr.
Science Teacher, v57 n9 p16-19 Dec 1990
Discussed is the idea that models should be taught by emphasizing limitations rather than focusing on their generality. Two examples of gas behavior models are included--the kinetic and static models. (KR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Dissonance, Concept Formation, Energy, High Schools, Kinetic Molecular Theory, Kinetics, Misconceptions, Models, Motion, Science Education, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Principles, Secondary School Science, Thinking Skills
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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