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Heat Energy and Temperature Concepts of Adolescents, Adults, and Experts: Implications for Curricular Improvements.

Authors :
Lewis, Eileen L.
Linn, Marcia C.
Source :
Journal of Research in Science Teaching. Aug 1994 31(6):657-677.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

Adolescents (n=151-158), adults (n=18), and scientists (n=5) were involved in two studies conducted to identify concepts of heat energy and temperature held by each of the participants and investigate the impact of a middle school science curriculum designed to help students understand everyday thermal events. Results indicate that each group had problems explaining everyday phenomena. (ZWH)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0022-4308
Volume :
31
Issue :
6
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal of Research in Science Teaching
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
EJ490053
Document Type :
Reports - Research<br />Journal Articles