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An Interview with Alex H. Johnstone

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Liberato Cardellini

Dipartimento di Scienze dei Materiali e della Terra, Via Brecce Bianche, 60131 Ancona, Italy

J. Chem. Educ., 2000, 77 (12), p 1571

DOI: 10.1021/ed077p1571

Publication Date (Web): December 1, 2000

Abstract

In this interview, Alex H. Johnstone discusses some important questions based on his large personal experience in the teaching field and on the results of his research in the field of science education. He sheds some light on his private life and offers the "Ten Educational Commandments" to be used as "stars to steer by". He provides a personal perspective on several questions that can have an impact on the future of education.

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High School / Introductory Chemistry

Keywords (Domain):

Chemical Education Research

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Learning Theories

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