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1. How Evolutionary Biologists Reconstruct History: Patterns & Processes (EJ716573)

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Author(s):

Cooper, Robert A.

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American Biology Teacher, v66 n2 p101 Feb 2004

Pub Date:

2004-02-01

Pub Type(s):

Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Yes

Descriptors:
Evolution; Biology; Inquiry; History; Teaching Methods; Science Instruction

Abstract:
Focusing on specific modes of evolutionally inquiry is important for students to achieve a mature understanding about evolutionary biology. Presenting evolution as rhetoric of conclusions would only confuse the minds of students.

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2. Scientific Knowledge of the Past Is Possible: Confronting Myths about Evolution and Scientific Methods. (EJ652738)

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Cooper, Robert A.

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American Biology Teacher, v64 n6 p427-32 Aug 2002

Pub Date:

2002-00-00

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Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Yes

Descriptors:
Evolution; Misconceptions; Mythology; Science Education; Science History; Scientific Principles; Scientists

Abstract:
Describes methods used by scientists to investigate the past. Explains the scientific model existing in textbooks and methods for studying evolutionary history. (Contains 30 references.) (YDS)

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3. The Goal of Evolution Instruction: Should We Aim for Belief or Scientific Literacy? (EJ649596)

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Cooper, Robert A.

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Reports of the National Center for Science Education, v21 n1-2 p14-18 Jan-Apr 2001

Pub Date:

2001-00-00

Pub Type(s):

Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

Peer Reviewed:

Yes

Descriptors:
Biology; Educational Strategies; Elementary Secondary Education; Evolution; Learning Strategies; Misconceptions; Science Curriculum; Scientific and Technical Information

Abstract:
Cites five misconceptions related to the concept of belief which affect if and how evolution is taught. Suggests that the words 'believe' and 'accept' are used interchangeably by scientists. Discusses each of the misconceptions in detail. (Contains 33 references.) (DDR)

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4. The Goal of Evolution Instruction: Belief or Literacy? (EJ639897)

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Cooper, Robert A.

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Reports of the National Center for Science Education, v21 n1-2 p14-18 Jan-Apr 2001

Pub Date:

2001-00-00

Pub Type(s):

Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

Peer Reviewed:

Yes

Descriptors:
Attitudes; Evolution; Misconceptions; Science Education; Science Instruction; Scientific Literacy; Scientific Principles; Teaching Methods

Abstract:
Discusses issues regarding evolution instruction in public schools and focuses on misconceptions such as the use of the word "belief", lack of evidence for theories of evolution, and the belief that teaching evolution as fact is proselytizing students. Presents teaching approaches to the topic of evolution. (Contains 33 references.) (YDS)

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