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Teaching Problem Solving--Secondary School Science. ERIC/SMEAC Science Education Digest No. 2, 1988.

Authors :
ERIC Clearinghouse for Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Education, Columbus, OH.
Blosser, Patricia E.
Publication Year :
1988

Abstract

Problem solving is often identified as a goal of science education. What is considered problem solving varies from teacher to teacher. The ultimate goal of problem-solving education has been identified as a means of helping students develop higher-order thinking skills. This ERIC digest focuses on problem solving in secondary school science as illustrated by research studies found in the literature for 1982-88. The digest discusses: the importance of problem solving instruction; problem solving research in biology, chemistry and physics; and implications of problem solving research for science teachers. Seventeen references are included. (CW)

Details

Language :
English
Database :
ERIC
Notes :
For other 1988 science digests see SE 050 697-699.
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ED309049
Document Type :
ERIC Publications<br />Information Analyses<br />ERIC Digests in Full Text