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Genetics—are there inherent learning difficulties?

Pages 135-140 | Published online: 13 Dec 2010

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J. T. Pearson & W. J. Hughes. (1988) Problems with the use of terminology in genetics education: 1, A literature review and classification scheme. Journal of Biological Education 22:3, pages 178-182.
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