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Peer reviewedAmir, Ruth; Tamir, Pinchas – Journal of Biological Education, 1989
Described is a study of 147 students that indicated a high proportion of students did not understand the concept of limiting factors. Textbook presentations that create problems are discussed. Strategies which may be more effective in teaching the concept are suggested. (CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Concept Formation
Peer reviewedTamir, Pinchas – Research in Science and Technological Education, 1995
Identified strategies high school students (n=174) use in studying from textbooks and their relationships to selected environmental and personal variables. Found some students always use the same strategies whereas others study differently for different purposes. Most study longer for tests. Outlines were the most widely used study tool. (15…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, High School Students, High Schools, History
