The nature of advanced reasoning and science instruction

Volume: 19, Issue: 9, Pages: 743 - 760
Published: Dec 1, 1982
Abstract
Although the development of reasoning is recognized as an important goal of science instruction, its nature remains somewhat of a mystery. This article discusses two key questions: Does formal thought constitute a structured whole? And what role does propositional logic play in advanced reasoning? Aspects of a model of advanced reasoning are presented in which hypothesis generation and testing are viewed as central processes in intellectual...
Paper Details
Title
The nature of advanced reasoning and science instruction
Published Date
Dec 1, 1982
Volume
19
Issue
9
Pages
743 - 760
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