Causal Explanation of Complex Physiological Concepts by Medical Students.

Patel, Vimla L.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ443644

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Causal Explanation of Complex Physiological Concepts by Medical Students.

Patel, Vimla L.; And Others

International Journal of Science Education, v13 n2 p171-86 Apr-Jun 1991

Examined are first-year medical students' (n=160) explanations of complex concepts in cardiopulmonary physiology following a lecture series. The results revealed systematic misconceptions by the students in developing a pathophysiological model of the problem. The implications for science instruction within a medical curriculum are discussed. (Author)

Descriptors: Causal Models, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Concept Teaching, Lecture Method, Medical Education, Misconceptions, Physiology, Science Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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