Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ471555
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1992
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8555
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Modelling with Magnets.
Gabel, Dorothy; And Others
Science Teacher, v59 n3 p58-63 Mar 1992
Chemistry can be described on three levels: sensory, molecular, and symbolic. Proposes a particle approach to teaching chemistry that uses magnets to aid students construct molecular models and solve particle problems. Includes examples of Johnstone's model of chemistry phenomena, a problem worksheet, and a student concept mastery sheet. (MDH)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Magnets, Manipulative Materials, Misconceptions, Models, Molecular Structure, Perceptual Motor Learning, Problem Solving, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Sensory Experience, Student Evaluation, Teaching Methods, Worksheets
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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