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Autor/inn/en | Tobin, Kenneth G.; und weitere |
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Titel | Patterns of Reasoning: Probabilistic Reasoning. |
Quelle | (1981), (23 Seiten) |
Sprache | englisch |
Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; Monographie |
Schlagwörter | Abstract Reasoning; Cognitive Ability; Cognitive Development; Cognitive Measurement; Cognitive Processes; Cognitive Tests; Developmental Stages; Elementary School Science; Elementary Secondary Education; Intellectual Development; Science Education; Secondary School Science; Test of Logical Thinking |
Abstract | Developmental patterns in one mode of formal reasoning (probabilistic reasoning) were examined in this research study, specifically: (1) to determine if developmental patterns of probabilistic reasoning could be confirmed using a large, diverse sample of subjects, and if they could be similar despite variations in the complexity of the reasoning required to solve a problem; (2) to determine if variations in problem context led to variations in response patterns; and (3) to determine if developmental patterns of probabilistic reasoning were similar for subjects of similar reasoning ability regardless of education level. Data from 2282 subjects in grades 6-13 were collected using Tobin and Capie's Test of Logical Thinking (TOLT), form A (N=1627) and form B (N=655). For each of the four items, the proportion of students obtaining correct responses was linearly related to their formal reasoning ability and a measure of the TOLT. Two common approaches were identified for individuals attempting to use probabilistic reasoning to solve problems. (DS) |
Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |