Science learning may be perceived difficult because of complex content of
some concepts. Can development and quality of socio-cultural interaction
with adults and capable peers enable students to more easily construct an
understanding of science following standards? This research investigates students
conceptual understanding of ecological interdependency in food
chains, pollination, and seed dispersal across k-12 and college using a constructivist
theoretical framework. Responses to interview questions were
categorized as either everyday or scientific concepts and as a transition
through Lev...