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Catherall, Robin W. – 1982
This exploratory study was aimed at uncovering children's beliefs and ideas about the human circulatory system. Thirty-two subjects, aged 7 to 14 years, were interviewed using a modification of Piaget's clinical method. The data were analyzed by developing a conceptual inventory of beliefs for each of five research questions. It was found that the…
Descriptors: Beliefs, Biological Sciences, Cardiovascular System, Cognitive Development
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. Measurement and Evaluation Branch. – 1981
This seven-chapter report presents information on the 1980 assessment of students' science performance in the province of Manitoba. Chapter I describes the nature of and steps involved in the assessment. Chapters II, III, and IV present, analyze and discuss achievement and attitude results for grades 5, 8, and 11, respectively. Achievement results…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biological Sciences, Earth Science, Elementary School Science
Manitoba Dept. of Education and Training, Winnipeg. Curriculum Development and Implementation Branch. – 1988
This 10-chapter report presents information on the 1986 assessment of students' science performance in the province of Manitoba in Canada. The assessment was intended to provide a broad base of accurate information on the performance of grade 3, 6, and 9 students. The program of studies for Manitoba schools is designed to educate the student in…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biological Sciences, Earth Science, Elementary School Science
