Students’ understanding of the cell and cellular structures

This study aimed to investigate Norwegian eighth-grade students’ preconceptions of cells, the development their understanding cellular structure and function during cell biology instruction, as a system. We conducted pre- posttests including drawings, images statements with 28 students. Our findings indicate that most students had simplified view cells prior instruction but developed significant knowledge about structures different types instruction. However, several misconceptions arose, some seemed alter correct preconceptions. suggests teachers need address support integration previous new knowledge. Additionally, we suggest focusing on numerous from organisms confuses complicates process achieving systemic cell.