The phenomenon of expectation-related observation : an exploration of nature, associations and causes

In the context of the current study, an expectation-related observation (ERO) was defined as the biased collection or interpretation of data, influenced by a desire to reach a predetermined conclusion. EROs are common in science classrooms, and consequences are thought to be largely problematic, enc...

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Main Author: Allen, Michael
Published: Brunel University 2006
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.436543