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Language, tools and representations in learning in the natural sciences

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Learning in the natural sciences does not happen in a vacuum, but rather always by means of physical and mental tools such as concepts, metaphors, diagrams, pictures, laboratory equipment, NTA (Science and Technology for All) kits or animations.

This research area focusses on these tools and representations and what opportunities for learning science they present. We also examine how new types of tools change learning in the natural sciences in and of itself.

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Fredrik Jeppsson

Professor

Research project

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Experience-based learning in natural sciences instruction

This research is based on embodied cognition and – more specifically – on the theory of conceptual metaphors.

Research areas

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Science Education

Subject-based teaching in the natural sciences is a research area that conducts research in conjunction with teacher training at Linköping University, in particular the part which is carried out in Norrköping.
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Technology and Science Education Research - TESER

Technology and Science Education Research – TESER – is a research unit in science and technology education research that was initiated in 2011.
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Technology Education

The research conducted at TESER includes technology education from pre-school up to high school and teacher education, both as a research area and as area of teaching in our various teacher education programs.

Organisation

Division of Learning, Aesthetics, Natural Science (LEN)

LEN is a division at IBL engaged in education and research within the Faculty of Educational Sciences at Linköping University.
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Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning (IBL)

Human behaviour and learning is the focus for education and research at the department. We educate students and scientists that are well equipped to meet future challenges in society and working life.

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