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PHSC 3213 Ch. 2
Words to know for PHSC 3213 Chapter 2: Constructing Science Experiments
Term | Definition |
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scientific concepts | represented by a systematically organized body of knowledge and are usually learned through formal instruction. |
psychological tools | the culturally developed signs used in mental and social activities; examples are letters, words, numbers, speech, and pictures. |
semantic mediation | the transformation of lower forms of mental behavior to higher forms of mental behavior through the use of signs. |
zone of proximal development | the gap between a child's current level of development and potential level of development when supported by collaboration with a more capable peer. |
scaffolding | when an adult first structures a learning task and then provides the dialogue needed to guide a child's successful participation in that task. |
paradigm | a typical viewpoint or ideal example that provides a model for all related processes or systems. |
constructivism | an approach to teaching based on research about how people learn. |
convergent questions | questions asked with predetermined answers in mind. |
divergent questions | questions that do not have single answers, and are used to promote discussion, and allow for creative thinking. |
direct instruction | a teacher-centered, well-structured approach to teaching. |