Publications & Presentations
Elements of Research Instructional Model
Other Articles
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (2001). "Implementing an in-depth expanded science model in elementary schools: Multi-year findings, research isues, and policy implications." International Journal of Science Education, 23 (4), 373-404.
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (1999). "Considering instructional alternatives for classroom adoption: Researchbased standards for science teachers." Florida Science Teacher, 13(1), 18-21.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1999). "Broadening the framework for student-centered instruction: Using concept mapping as a tool for knowledge-based learning." College Teaching, 47, 74-79.
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (1995). "Evolution of a collaborative school research project as a prototype nvironment for empowering teacher action research: Results and implications." Florida Journal of Educational Research, 34(1), 61-69.
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (1995). "Technology-based assessment in science: Issues underlying teacher advocacy of testing policy." Journal of Science Education and Technology, 4(1), 65-74.
- Vitale, M.R., Grossen, B., & Romance, N. R. (1994). "Science: Educational tools for diverse learners." School Psychology Review, 23(3), 442-463.
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (1992). "Using videodisk technology in an elementary science methods course to remediate science knowledge deficiencies and facilitate science teaching attitudes." Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 29(9), 915-928.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1992). "A curriculum strategy that expands time for in-depth elementary science instruction by using science-based reading strategies: Effects of a year-long study in grade four." Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 29(6), 545-554.
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (1991). "Expert systems technology in teacher education: Applications and implications." Computers in the Schools, 8(1/2/3), 319-322.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1991). "A practical curriculum integration strategy for combining reading with expanded science." Iowa Curriculum Leadership, 7(3), 9-13.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1991). "Enhancement of teacher education and practice in elementary science through applications of videodisk technology." Computers in the Schools, 8(1/2/3), 259-269.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1991). "Sealable science for busy teachers." Science and Children, 28(5), 24-26.
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Published Presentations
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (2006). Concept mapping as a means for binding knowledge to effective content-area instruction: An interdisciplinary perspective. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Concept Mapping. San Jose, Costa Rica.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R., Widergren, P., & Hameister, J. (2002). Building content-area comprehension and literacy through an integrative curriculum strategy using reading, writing, and concept mapping strategies. Proceedings of the 12th European Conference on Reading. Dublin, Ireland.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1998). Implications of an instructional strategy emphasizing structured conceptual knowledge: Addressing causes of learning problems in undergraduate science. Proceedings of the Fourth International Seminar: From Misconceptions to Constructed Understanding, Ithaca, NY: Cornell University.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1991). The effect of an integrated content and process science method’s course on preservice teacher’s orientation toward teaching elementary science. Abstracts of Presented Papers. National Association for Research in Science Teaching: 64th Annual NARST Conference.
Refreed Presentations - International
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (2006). Concept mapping as a means for binding knowledge to effective content-area instruction: An interdisciplinary perspective. Paper presented at the Second International Conference on Concept Mapping, San Jose, Costa Rica.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (2002). Knowledge-based instructional models as a framework for developing ontological perspectives in science learning: Implications for research and practice in science teaching and learning. Paper presented at the First International Conference on Philosophical, Psychological, and Linguistic Foundations for Language and Science Literacy Research, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC.
- Vitale, M.R., Romance, N. R. (1999). Concept mapping as a strategy to enhance student understanding and applications of science: A knowledge-based model. Paper presented at the 8th International Conference on Thinking, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
- Vitale, M. R., & Romance, N. R. (1990). Introductory PROLOG training Vitale, M.R., elementary teachers: Effects upon programming skills, confidence, and attitudes. Paper presented at the Seventh International Conference on Technology and Education, Brussels, Belgium.
Refreed Presentations - National
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