Theoretical Perspectives on Learning in an Informal Setting.

Anderson, David; Lucas, Keith B.; Ginns, Ian S.

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ERIC Number: EJ661900

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Theoretical Perspectives on Learning in an Informal Setting.

Anderson, David; Lucas, Keith B.; Ginns, Ian S.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v40 n2 p177-99 Feb 2003

Reports the findings of an interpretive case study of the knowledge transformations of three Year 7 students who had participated in a class visit to a science museum and associated post-visit activities. Discusses theoretical and practical implications of these findings for teachers and staff of museums and similar institutions. (Author/KHR)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Concept Mapping, Informal Education, Middle Schools, Museums, Science Education, Transformative Learning

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Special issue: Informal Education.