The Learning Cycle as an Alternative Method for College Science Teaching

The learning cycle method is currently being studied as a teaching strategy useful in college science teaching. The method involves three levels: exploration, concept introduction and concept application. Studies show that the method results in increased retention rates for some biological concepts.

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Published in:Bioscience 1994-02, Vol.44 (2), p.99-101
Main Authors: Allard, David W., Barman, Charles R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animal cells
Biology
College instruction
College Science
College Students
College teaching
Education
Herbivores
Lectures
Methods
Nontraditional Students
Science
Science Curriculum
Science education
Science learning
Science Teachers
Sciences education
Study and teaching
Teachers
Teaching Methods
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Summary:The learning cycle method is currently being studied as a teaching strategy useful in college science teaching. The method involves three levels: exploration, concept introduction and concept application. Studies show that the method results in increased retention rates for some biological concepts.
ISSN:0006-3568
1525-3244
DOI:10.2307/1312208