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Editorial – Metacognition and Science Education: Pushing Forward from a Solid Foundation

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Thomas, G.P. Editorial – Metacognition and Science Education: Pushing Forward from a Solid Foundation. Res Sci Educ 36, 1–6 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11165-005-3914-y

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