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Table 3 The used key concepts and misconceptions when reasoning about different evolutionary scenarios in the post-test

From: Effects of situated learning and clarification of misconceptions on contextual reasoning about natural selection

ACORNS items

G

L

M

SD

M

SD

Key concepts

 Trait gain scenarios

3.60

2.26

3.55

2.25

 Trait loss scenarios

3.18

2.26

3.41

2.29

Misconceptions

 Trait gain scenarios

0.86

1.39

0.93

1.55

 Trait loss scenarios

1.27

1.50

1.43

1.71

  1. Students could use a maximum of eight concepts in each case. G = group that learned in the context of trait gain. L = group that learned in the context of trait loss in the intervention
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Evolution: Education and Outreach

ISSN: 1936-6434

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