The competition performance testing using the expression of genes in Secondary

Abstract

This thesis examines the development of competition in tests using Secondary school students on the pattern of gene expression.

The objectives are:

1. Analyze the use of evidence by the students and the difficulties of their performance in different argumentative contexts.

2. Analyze student positions on the expression of genes in terms of recognition of gene interactions - environment.

3. Analyze the speech of two teachers in the same teaching unit, as to promote ownership of the model and the use of evidence.