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Urban Myths about Learning and Education

Paperback • 2015 • 1. edition

Urban Myths about Learning and Education

By Pedro De Bruyckere, Paul A. Kirschner, Casper D. Hulshof

8 Ratings • 4.5 of 5

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About the book

Many things people commonly believe to be true about education are not supported by scientific evidence. Urban Myths about Learning and Education examines commonly held incorrect beliefs and then provides the truth of what research has shown. Each chapter examines a different myth, with sections on learning, the brain, technology, and educational policy. A final section discusses why these myths are so persistent. Written in an engaging style, the book separates fact from fiction regarding learn...Show more

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ISBN

9780128015377

Publisher

Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Published year

2015

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Edition

1

Original title

Urban Myths about Learning and Education

Format

Paperback

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