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The impact of the ‘Getting Practical: Improving Practical Work in Science’ continuing professional development programme on teachers’ ideas and practice in science practical work

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Pages 263-280 | Received 16 Apr 2014, Accepted 03 Jun 2014, Published online: 11 Jul 2014

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