Representation+Analysis

=Representation Analysis=

== Pictured below is a representation of the Water Cycle as it is commonly portrayed for young children. Looking at the diagram, discuss how children might define the water cycle. What are some of the limitations of this portrayal? ==



== Why does it matter? Look at the Wet Jeans Probe. Read the prompt and the possible responses. Then view the powerpoint on Wet Jeans and read some of the actual explanations of children. Is it possible that some of their misconceptions could be the result of representations similar to the one pictured above? ==



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Teachers' Domain, Photosynthesis, published September 26, 2003, retrieved on September 18, 2008, [] Teachers' Domain, Illuminating Photosynthesis, published September 26, 2003, retrieved on September 18, 2008, []