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Development, validation, and factorial comparison of the McGill Self-Efficacy of Learners For Inquiry Engagement (McSELFIE) survey in natural science disciplines

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Pages 2450-2476 | Received 15 Jan 2016, Accepted 13 Oct 2016, Published online: 04 Nov 2016

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