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Filtering by: Creator Tileston, Fred M. Advisor Williamson, Stanley E. Degree Field General Science

Critical thinking abilities and understanding of science by science teacher-candidates at Oregon State University

Creator:

Craven, Gene Francis

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This investigation was designed to determine the extent to which students who are completing planned curricula in science education are proficient in aspects of critical thinking, and possess understandings of science consistent with those of the practicing scientist. The effects of science curricula upon the development of these abilities and...

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investigation. To Dr. Fred W. Fox for his critical reading of the disserta- tion and his valuable comments
Evaluation of multi-level reading materials, intra-class discussion techniques and student experimentations on achievement in fifth grade elementary science

Creator:

Fryback, William Herbert

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was to statistically evaluate one kind of new elementary science curriculum materials. The materials; (1) are written at five reading levels to partially meet the reading ability spread found in the intermediate grades, (2) provide ways to stimulate class discussion, and (3) provide three levels...

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. James Beaird of Teaching Research who have given counsel and encouragement unselfishly. To Dr. Fred