Students’ Understanding of Research Methodology in the Context of Dynamics of Scientific Progress

• Main Authors: Niaz, Mansoor (Author), Rivas, Mayra (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Education,
• Subjects: Education.; Science education.; Science Education.; Learning & Instruction.

This book discusses how to improve high school students’ understanding of research methodology based on alternative interpretations of data, role of controversies, creativity and the scientific method, in the context of the oil drop experiment. These aspects form an important part of the nature of s...