Learning introductory quantum physics: Sensori-motor experiences and mental models

International Journal of Science Education

Volumn 27, Issue 13, 2005, Pages 1571-1594

  Ke, Jiun Liang ^a   Monk, Martin ^b   Duschl, Richard ^c  

^a NATIONAL KAOHSIUNG NORMAL UNIVERSITY   (Taiwan)

^b Gatsby Charitable Trust   (United Kingdom)

^c RUTGERS UNIVERSITY   (United States)

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EID: 31144457786     PISSN: 09500693     EISSN: 14645289     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/09500690500186485     Document Type: Article

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