Analogical Models
Ph2M Phenomena Tools SEP-2 Developing & Using Models CCC-4 Systems & System Models
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Analogical models help explain complex or abstract scientific concepts by drawing comparisons to more familiar or tangible systems. By highlighting similarities in structure, function, or behavior, these models make it easier to understand new or difficult ideas. For example, comparing the flow of electricity in a circuit to the flow of water through pipes helps students grasp the concept of current, voltage, and resistance. While not exact, analogies provide an intuitive bridge between everyday experiences and scientific phenomena, making them especially useful in teaching and early conceptual development.
Mitochondria
Mitochondria
Mitochondrion are the _______________________ of the cell?
Cell Analogy
Cell Analogy
Develop the analogy that "a cell is like a factory" by putting your responses directly on the drawing. Each group should use a different color of text.
Teaching with Analogies
Teaching with Analogies
Introduce the target concept.
Review the analogue concept.
Identify the relevant features of target and analogue.
Map similarities between the target and analogue.
Indicate the limitations of the analogy.
Draw conclusions.
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