Inductive vs. Deductive Methods of Teaching presents a careful, classroom?tested look at two ways to teach geometry. This study compares inductive learning with traditional deductive instruction across five London schools, involving children ages 8 to 15 and multiple teachers.
- It examines which method best supports original problem solving and the application of knowledge to new material.
- The research tracks immediate reproduction and deferred reproduction, as well as performance on new, analogous tasks.
- Results show inductive teaching often yields stronger transfer to unfamiliar material, while deductive methods perform well in some contexts, especially for younger or less proficient groups.
- Findings are grounded in real classrooms and varied student demographics, offering practical guidance for teachers and school leaders.
Ideal for teachers, curriculum designers, and readers interested in educational psychology and evidence?based classroom practice.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the findings of an experimental study on the comparative effectiveness of inductive and deductive methods of teaching children aged 11 to 12 the subject of geometric denitions. The author, a prominent educational researcher, argues that despite the common perception among teachers that the inductive method is slow and ineffective in preparing students for examinations, there is no clear evidence to support this view. To test these claims, the author conducted a series of experiments with two groups of students, one taught using inductive methods and the other using deductive methods. The immediate and long-term effects of both methods on students' knowledge and problem-solving abilities were measured and compared. The book provides a detailed account of the experimental design, methodologies, and results, making it a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and anyone interested in the science of teaching and learning. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331397687_0
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