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A Piagetian-based programme for learning “Elements and Symbols”
Citation
Chia, L. S., Goh, N. K., & Lee, K. W. (1983). A Piagetian-based programme for learning “Elements and Symbols”. Singapore Journal of Education, 5(1), 20-24. https://doi.org/10.1080/02188798308548539
Author
Chia, Lian Sai
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Goh, Ngoh Khang
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Lee, Lucille Kam Wah
Abstract
Piaget's learning theory on cognitive development has had considerable impact on science education (Piaget, 1964; Inhelder and Piaget, 1958; Craig, 1972). The theory classifies cognitive learning into four successive stages: (a) sensory-motor, (b) pre-operational, (c) operational, and (d) formal. Various programmes and instructional strategies have been developed based on the theory (Batt, 1980; Karplus, 1977; Renner and Stafford, 1979; Ryan, et al., 1980; Herron, 1978; Good et al; 1978). An application of this theory for teaching and learning scientific concepts is the Piagetian learning cycle (Karplus, 1977) which is of growing interest among science educators. This article intends to introduce briefly the learning cycle in general and suggest a learning cycle for teaching a topic in chemistry: “Elements and Symbols”.
Date Issued
1983
Publisher
Taylor & Francis