Heuristics Hindering the Development of Understanding of Molecular Structures in University Level Chemistry Education: The Lewis Structure as an Example

Understanding chemical models can be challenging for many university students studying chemistry. This study analysed students’ understanding of molecular structures using the Lewis structure as a model, and examined what hinders their understanding. We conducted pre- and post-tests to analyse stude...

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Main Authors: Maarit Karonen, Mari Murtonen, Ilona Södervik, Marianna Manninen, Mikko Salomäki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-05-01
Series:Education Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/11/6/258