BUSTED!: Addressing Alternate Conceptions in the Science Classroom
TRUE or FALSE: There is a dark side of the moon. Particles found in solids have no motion. Humans evolved from apes. All of these […]
Misconceptions in Science
How to Address Misconceptions in the Science Classroom
Let’s start by watching this video: How many of these misconceptions have you have held? Were there any that surprised you? These are all only […]
Addressing Misconceptions in the Science Classroom
Looking at these above statements, how many do you think are true? Trick question: They’re ALL false! Now, don’t feel bad, a lot people believe […]
Lets Address the Misconception in the Room
Everyone once in their lives have believes some type misconception in science. These misconceptions are often learned as a child and have been with you […]
Revealing and Dealing with Misconceptions
Teachers (especially ones who teach High School) often have to teach students who have pre-instructural knowledge about a topic. This pre-instructural knowledge is not always […]