Analogies in high school Brazilian chemistry textbooks

Authors

  • Ivone Garcia Monteiro Escola Estadual Professor Morais Belo Horizonte, MG, Brasil
  • Rosária S. Justi Departamento de Química da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais

Keywords:

analogies, textbooks, chemistry textbooks

Abstract

This paper presents and discusses an analysis of the analogies presented by Brazilian chemistry textbooks for the medium level. The main aim of the analysis is to discuss whether such analogies can be said good teaching models. From the results, some aspects concerning with teachers' role are discussed. Finally, some new research questions are emphasised.

Published

2016-11-21

How to Cite

Monteiro, I. G., & Justi, R. S. (2016). Analogies in high school Brazilian chemistry textbooks. Investigations in Science Education, 5(2), 67–91. Retrieved from https://ienci.if.ufrgs.br/index.php/ienci/article/view/650