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Direct linkKahn, Sami; Zeidler, Dana L. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 2017
Imprecise constructs abound in science education research in part due to reliance on stipulative definitions that neglect fine distinctions between closely related constructs and overlook important meanings and hidden values embedded in language. Lack of conceptual clarity threatens construct validity, hampers theory development, and prevents…
Descriptors: Science Education, Educational Research, Philosophy, Research Methodology
Download full textZeidler, Dana L.; Walker, Kimberly A.; Ackett, Wayne A.; Simmons, Michael L. – 1999
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationships between students' conceptions of the nature of science and their reactions to evidence that challenged their beliefs about socio-scientific issues. This study used 248 students from 9th and 10th grade general science classes, 11th and 12th grade honors biology, honors science, and…
Descriptors: Epistemology, Ethics, High Schools, Higher Education
