Misconceptions & Conceptual Change
CurriculumHarvard University’s Phillip Sadler noted:”The best teachers can predict the common misconceptions that their students have.” Adults and students hold tightly to incorrect ideas that prevent deep understanding of key earth and space concepts, essential for understanding climate science. Knowledge of misconceptions is essential for science teachers in any topic. This presentation explores current research, useful resources and sites, and potential classroom strategies and assessments to increase student understanding of science.