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a tool for diagnosing learning difficulties due to the different ways that student thinking may not match what was anticipated when planning teaching
"A considerable literature now exists examining various aspects of learning in science, and a great deal has been uncovered about the reasons why pupils have difficulties in various topics. It is possible to organise many of the findings by defining a small number of types of possible 'learning impediments'…" (Taber, 2001, p.160)
Read more about the typology of learning impediments
