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An examination of students' attitudes toward school and classroom science

Creator:: Morrell, Patricia Drozdowski
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to examine fifth, seventh, and tenth graders' attitudes toward school and classroom science by means of questionnaires and interviews. In particular, the study hoped to determine (a) if a relationship existed between these two attitudes, (b) what relationship, if any, grade level, gender, ethnicity,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: particular, for her input on my research proposal. A special thanks goes to Dr. Norm Lederman, who

The effect of levels of cooperation within physical science laboratory groups on physical science achievement

Creator:: Chang, Huey-por
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of the levels of group cooperation on students' achievement during a series of physical science laboratory activities. Six intact seventh grade physical science classes taught by two teachers, with each teacher instructing three classes, were selected from two middle schools....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Achievement Redacted for Privacy Abstract approved: Norman G. Lederman The purpose of this study was to

Managing subject matter : does it really matter?

Creator:: Latz, Mark S.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to identify the management demands that may be unique to science classrooms. The sample consisted of three biology teachers and three language arts teachers from two high schools located within the same school district. To establish a basic framework, two quantitative questions were addressed:...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : Does It Really Matter? Abstract approved: Norman G. Lederman The purpose of this study was to

Influencing fourth grade students' conceptual change about light propagation

Creator:: Hsieh, Jinmeei Kuo
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to examine whether teaching materials designed around fourth graders' preconceptions effectively produced conceptual change about light propagation. Four Taiwanese fourth-grade intact classes (194 subjects), taught by two teachers, participated in this study. The experimental group was exposed to the conceptual change materials (CCM), and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ' Conceptual Change About Light Propagation. Abstract approved: Norman G. Lederman The purpose of this study

A multifaceted assessment of adult informal learning at the Hatfield Marine Science Center

Creator:: Lynds, Susan E.
Abstract:: Authentic assessment of visitor learning in museum settings is a challenging endeavor. Evaluation literature includes very few studies that link adult visitors' behavior to their learning. Multiple data collection methods in a naturalistic environment hold great promise for increasing understanding of informal public education. In 1997, Oregon State University's Hatfield...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Adult Informal Learning at the Hatfield Marine Science Center Abstract approved: Norman Lederman

Investigating teachers' understanding and diagnosis of students' preconceptions in the secondary science classroom

Creator:: Morrison, Judith A.
Abstract:: A large amount of research has been conducted that establishes that students of all ages hold conceptions about a variety of science topics that are not in line with accepted scientific beliefs. These preconceptions have been identified in a variety of ways in research situations; this study focused on how...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Classroom. Abstract approved: Norman G. Lederman A large amount of research has been conducted that

An analysis of mediating factors, perceptions, and personnel related to strategic change in community college based small business development centers

Creator:: Bombardier, Louis
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to examine the events and activities that triggered strategic and large-scale changes in four community college based Small Business Development Centers. A review of the literature in organizational theory and community college education was used to form an integrated conceptual scheme which could be...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Development Centers Abstract approved: Norman Lederman The purpose of this study is to examine the events

Biology teacher's perceptions of subject matter structure and its relationship to classroom practice

Creator:: Gess-Newsome, Julie
Abstract:: Current reforms in science education advocate instruction which capitalizes on broad, integrative understandings of a few underlying concepts. Such recommendations imply that science teachers already hold integrated conceptualizations and will use such understandings to guide practice. However, little research exists which delineates the global content understandings of biology teachers (herein...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ' Perceptions of Subject Matter Structure and its Relationship to Classroom Practice Abstract Approved: Norman

Understandings of the nature of science and decision making on science and technology based issues

Creator:: Bell, Randy Lee
Abstract:: Current reforms emphasize the development of scientific literacy as the principal goal of science education. The nature of science is considered a critical component of scientific literacy and is assumed to be an important factor in decision making on science and technology based issues. However, little research exists that delineates...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The influence of primary children's ideas in science on teaching practice

Creator:: Dickinson, Valarie L.
Abstract:: A large body of research has examined how children enter the science classroom with previously formed ideas about the content they will learn. These ideas influence how the child interprets instruction. This study reversed the investigative focus by exploring how children's ideas in science influence teaching. Specifically, the study examined...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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An examination of students' attitudes toward school and classroom science

The effect of levels of cooperation within physical science laboratory groups on physical science achievement

Managing subject matter : does it really matter?

Influencing fourth grade students' conceptual change about light propagation

A multifaceted assessment of adult informal learning at the Hatfield Marine Science Center

Investigating teachers' understanding and diagnosis of students' preconceptions in the secondary science classroom

An analysis of mediating factors, perceptions, and personnel related to strategic change in community college based small business development centers

Biology teacher's perceptions of subject matter structure and its relationship to classroom practice

Understandings of the nature of science and decision making on science and technology based issues

The influence of primary children's ideas in science on teaching practice

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