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Using Grounded Theory to Understand the Recognition, Reflection on, Development, and Effects of Geography Teachers' Attitudes toward Regions around the World
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Lee, Dong-min – International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 2018
This study attempts to illuminate the recognition, reflection, development, and effects of geography teachers' attitudes toward regions around the world (ATRAWs) using Straussian grounded theory. A total of 194 concepts were categorized into 18 categories, and three types were identified. The findings of this study show that geography teachers…
Descriptors: Grounded Theory, Geography Instruction, Teacher Attitudes, Knowledge Level
The Ability of Young Korean Children to Use Spatial Representations
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Kim, Minsung; Bednarz, Robert; Kim, Jaeyil – International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 2012
The National Research Council emphasizes using tools of representation as an essential element of spatial thinking. However, it is debatable at what age the use of spatial representation for spatial thinking skills should begin. This study investigated whether young Korean children possess the potential to understand map-like representation using…
Descriptors: Spatial Ability, Thinking Skills, Foreign Countries, Map Skills