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How can laboratory research in cognitive and developmental psychology contribute to science education.(and vice versa)?

 
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Slide 21

THE SPRINGS DOMAIN

Question: how do different attributes of springs determine how far a spring will stretch?

SETUP:
8 springs: 2 lengths x 2 widths x 2 wire sizes

  • Select two springs
  • Select two weights

EXECUTION

  • Hang springs on rack hooks
  • Hang weights on springs.
  • Compare amount of stretching.