Rationalising reasoning
Is contextualisation the best solution?
Trained chemists are required to have the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions in realistic contexts, which involve the integration of scientific knowledge with social, economic and environmental concepts. In this study, Cullipher et al characterised progress in the ability of students to integrate different types of knowledge in selecting the most appropriate fuel to power a go-kart for an amusement park.
David Read summarises and reviews the study.
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