Constructing Scientific Explanations

Paul Andersen discusses constructing scientific explanations, emphasizing the importance of students creating their own models to understand the natural world. He differentiates between explanations and arguments, highlighting the role of evidence and claims. The video covers the components of a good explanation, such as explanandum, cause, and mechanism, and encourages a shift from teacher-led explanations to student-constructed models. Andersen also discusses using inquiry-based learning and visual thinking to help students develop and test their explanations.

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