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An evaluation of the use of analogy, simile, and metaphor in science texts
Author(s) -
Gilbert Steven W.
Publication year - 1989
Publication title -
journal of research in science teaching
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.067
H-Index - 131
eISSN - 1098-2736
pISSN - 0022-4308
DOI - 10.1002/tea.3660260405
Subject(s) - simile , analogy , metaphor , literal and figurative language , mathematics education , literal (mathematical logic) , science education , psychology , analogical reasoning , teaching method , linguistics , philosophy
Teaching materials with extensive analogies, similes, and metaphors were written for two high‐school biology units. Their effect on learning and attitude was assessed by a comparison to students using a literal version of the same text. Little was found to support the contention that the use of these systems increases student achievement, and there was some indication that they may have a negative effect on student attitudes.