Journal Research in Science Teaching
By Lewis, E.L. and Linn, M.C.
“Heat, Energy and Temperature Concepts of Adolescents, Adults and Experts: Implications for Curricular Improvements”
Publisher:
31 volume
Pp. 657-677
1994
Type: Empirical
Data collection method: Test
Number of subjects, range: Large — 31 or more
Grade and age of subjects: 9th-12 grade — under 17-18 years, Adult — over 18 years
- Metals attract, hold, or absorb cold.
- Conductors conduct heat fast more slowly than insulators.
- Insulators conduct heat fast and heat leaves so insulators don’t feel hot.
- Insulators absorb/ trap heat.
- wool warms things.