A Conceptual Analysis of Evolutionary Theory for Teacher Education

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  • Author(s): van Dijk, Esther M.; Reydon, Thomas A. C.
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Science & Education. Jun 2010 19(6-8):655-677.
  • Physical Description:
    PDF
  • Publication Date:
    2010
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Descriptive
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Springer. 233 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-348-4505; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.springerlink.com
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      23
    • Intended Audience:
      Teachers
    • Education Level:
      Elementary Secondary Education
      High Schools
      Secondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Evolution; Scientific Concepts; Secondary School Teachers; Science Teachers; Misconceptions; Teacher Education; High School Students; Student Attitudes; Instructional Materials; Science Education; Science Instruction; Science History; Teaching Methods; Theories; Controversial Issues (Course Content)
    • Accession Number:
      10.1007/s11191-009-9190-x
    • ISSN:
      0926-7220
    • Abstract:
      In this paper we present a schematic overview of the central concepts in evolutionary theory, setting them off against the background of widespread misconceptions about them. Our aim is to provide high school teachers with (1) an overview of those particular concepts that they can expect students to have difficulties with, (2) a comparison of students' alternative conceptions with the corresponding accepted scientific concepts and (3) some recommendations for teaching these concepts. We aim to improve the learning and teaching of evolution by making the relevant conceptual debates within the fields of history and philosophy of science more accessible to science teachers. We intended this conceptual analysis to be of use as a teaching tool for in-service teachers, as well as biology teachers in training.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2010
    • Accession Number:
      EJ884956