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Number of articles: 3

1. Problem Based Learning: Cognitive and Metacognitive Processes during Problem Analysis

   W S. De Grave

   To investigate whether problem-based learning leads to conceptual change, the cognitive and metacognitive processes of a group of medical students were studied during the problem analysis phase,... More

   pp. 321-41

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2. Positivist and Constructivist Persuasions in Instructional Development

   Ahn-Sook Hwang

   Examines two conflicting educational theories: constructivism and positivism. Constructivism sees human knowledge of the external environment as constructed and based upon the subjective observer, ... More

   pp. 343-56

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3. Comparative Study of the Information Developed from Messages Containing Picture and Text

   Elena Ramirez Orellana

   Compares the information content in descriptions made by sixth grade students based on messages of text and picture, written and verbal, or written language alone. The semantic framework analyzes... More

   pp. 357-75

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