Successful Science and Engineering Teaching Theoretical and Learning Perspectives
The intent of this book is to describe how a professor can provide a learning environment that assists students to come to grips with the nature of science and engineering, to understand science and engineering concepts, and to solve problems in science and engineering courses. As such, this book is...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Dordrecht
Springer Netherlands
2008, 2008
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2008 |
| Series: | Innovation and Change in Professional Education
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- How Students Learn Science
- Intellectual Development and Psychological Types
- Students Alternative Scientific Conceptions
- Writing to Learn: Reflective Writing
- Changing Student's Epistemologies
- Getting Students to Examine Their Epistemology
- Critical Thinking
- Educational Models Based upon Philosophy of Science
- Changing Student's Epistemologies
- Final Thoughts
- Courses for Non-science Students
- Computer Assisted Instruction
- Summing Up