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Aydin, Serap Öz – American Biology Teacher, 2015
For many students, preconceived notions about Darwin are among the most significant obstacles in learning about the theory of evolution by natural selection. I present an activity designed to eliminate this obstacle and encourage empathizing with Darwin, utilizing the history-of-science approach. Through the activity, students' negative thoughts…
Descriptors: Scientific Concepts, Scientific Literacy, Scientific Principles, Evolution
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Yenilmez, Kursat – International Journal of Educational Reform, 2007
Students have different learning style strengths and preferences in the ways that they take in and process information. Some students tend to focus on facts, data, and algorithms; others are more comfortable with theories and mathematical models. Related to all of this and situated as the focus of this article is the fact that mathematics…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Mathematics Education, Negative Attitudes, Foreign Countries