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Direct instruction supports early elementary students' thinking about evolution

August 1, 2011
This study examines how early elementary school-aged children develop theories of the origin of species. It may interest ISE educators who are developing strategies for engaging their audiences with theories and processes of evolution. The article provides background on the research literature about teaching and learning of evolution. The results of this study suggest that direct instruction or interactions with Darwinian models, even at a young age, can support children's understanding of evolutionary theory, and may be as important as developmental or cultural concerns already documented in the literature.

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    Discipline: Education and learning science | Life science
    Audience: Elementary School Children (6-10) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals | Evaluators

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