EvoSketch: Simple simulations for learning random and probabilistic processes in evolution, and effects of instructional support on learners’ conceptual knowledge

Abstract Background Students’ knowledge of scientific principles of evolution is often inadequate, despite its recognized importance for understanding biology. Moreover, difficulties associated with underlying abstract concepts such as randomness and probability can hinder successful learning of evo...

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Main Authors: Daniela Fiedler, Steffen Tröbst, Jörg Großschedl, Ute Harms
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-11-01
Series:Evolution: Education and Outreach
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12052-018-0089-3