Posted on January 26th, 2009 by ASEE
Informal science is a burgeoning field that operates across a broad range of venues and envisages learning outcomes for individuals, schools, families, and society. The evidence base that describes informal science, its promise, and effects is informed by a range of disciplines and perspectives, including field-based research, visitor studies, and psychological and anthropological studies of [...]
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Posted on January 20th, 2009 by ASEE
Andrew N. Meltzoff, Patricia K. Kuhl, University of Washington, Seattle; Javier Movellan, Terrence J. Sejnowski, University of California at San Diego Abstract Human learning is distinguished by the range and complexity of skills that can be learned and the degree of abstraction that can be achieved compared with those of other species. Homo sapiens is [...]
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Posted on January 18th, 2009 by ASEE
Summary of a recent report from the National Academies: Early childhood mathematics is vitally important for young children’s present and future educational success. Research has demonstrated that virtually all young children have the capability to learn and become competent in mathematics. Furthermore, young children enjoy their early informal experiences with mathematics. Unfortunately, many children’s potential [...]
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