Kevin D. Finson

Journal Articles

A complete bibliography of Dr. Kevin D. Finson's professional journal articles spanning decades of research in science education.

Informal Science (Field Trips, Museums, etc.) and Miscellaneous Topics
  • Finson, K.D. (1998). Constructing road logs for field trips. The Earth Scientist, 15(3), 12-15.
  • Finson, Kevin D. & Enochs, Larry G. (1987). Student attitudes toward science-technology-society resulting from visitation to a science-technology museum. Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 24(7), 593-610.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1988). Characteristics of lightning, lightning rod systems, and nitrogen fixation. The Earth Scientist, 5(1), 3-9.
  • Finson, Kevin D. & Rahlfs, Tom. (1986). Scoring the Scientific Attitude Inventory by microcomputer. School Science and Mathematics, 86(3), 181-195.
  • Finson, Kevin D. & Nellis, M. Duane. (1986). Remote sensing of natural resources with radar. Progress in Physical Geography, 10(2), 175-193.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1984, Winter). The forgotten meteorological relationship. The National Earth Scientist, 1(1), 17-18.
Perceptions or Conceptions of Scientists
  • Farland-Smith, D., Finson, K.D., & Arquette, C.M. (2017). How picture books on the National Science Teachers Association recommend list portray scientists. School Science and Mathematics, 117(6), 250-258. DOI: 10.111/ssm.12231.
  • Finson, Kevin D., Farland-Smith, Donna, and Arquette, Cecile (2017). How scientists are portrayed in NSTA recommends books. The Hoosier Science Teacher 40(2), 39-54.
  • Finson, K.D., Pedersen, J., & Thomas, J. (2006). Comparing science teaching styles to students' perceptions of scientists. School Science and Mathematics, 106(1), 8-15.
  • Finson, K.D. (2003). Applicability of the DAST-C to the images of scientists drawn by students of different racial groups. Journal of Elementary Science Education, 15(1), 15-26.
  • Finson, K.D. (2002). Drawing a scientist: What we do and do not know after fifty years of drawings. School Science and Mathematics, 102(7), 335-345.
  • Thomas, J.A., Pedersen. J.E., & Finson, K.D. (2001). Validating the Draw-A-Science-Teacher-Test Checklist (DASTT-C): Exploring mental models and teacher beliefs. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 12(4), 295-310.
  • Finson, K.D., Beaver, J.B., & Cramond, B.L. (1995). Development and field test of a checklist for the Draw-A-Scientist test. School Science and Mathematics, 95(4), 195-205.
Science Education History
  • Finson, K.D., Fitch, T., Lisowski, M., & Foster, G. (1996). The status of science education in K-6 Illinois schools, 1993. School Science and Mathematics, 96(3), 120-127.
  • Baird, W.E., Prather, J.P., Finson, K.D., & Oliver, J.S. (1994). Comparison of perceptions among rural vs. non-rural secondary science teachers: A multi-state survey. Science Education, 78(6), 555-576.
  • Finson, K.D., Beaver, J.B., & Hall, L. (1992). Peer mentorship program in scientific literacy for rural elementary teachers. Journal of Elementary Science Education, 4(2), 35-48.
  • Finson, K.D. (1991, Spring). Why earth day? Spectrum, 16(3), 10-11.
  • Finson, K.D. & Beaver, J.B. (1990). Rural science teacher preparation: A re-examination of an important component of our educational system. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 1(3), 46-48.
  • Finson, K.D. (1990). A survey of the status for NCATE/NSTA accreditation at small rural colleges. Science Education, 74(6), 609-623.
  • Finson, K.D. (1990, Spring). Earth science education and the Geologic Society of America. The Earth Scientist, 7(2), 3 & 6-7.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1988). Reflections on current trends in teacher preparation programs. The Tower Review, 5(2), 7-10.
  • Finson, Kevin D. & Enochs, Larry G. (1988). A survey of the status of earth science in Kansas schools. Science Education, 72(1), 83-92.
  • Finson, Kevin D. & Enochs, Larry G. (1985). Earth science in the K-12 curriculum: toward continuity. The Science Teacher, 54(3), 22-24.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1985). The relevance of earth science as a major science course to rural secondary school students. The Small School Forum, 6(2), 17-18.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1985, Spring). What is the rationale for K-12 earth science? The KASCD Record, 3(2), 8-9.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1984, Spring). Reconsider the science curriculum. The KASCD Record, 2(2), 13-14.
Science in Special Education
  • Maroney, S., Finson, K., Beaver, J., & Jensen, M. (2003). Preparing for successful inquiry in inclusive science classrooms. Teaching Exceptional Children, 36(1), 18-25.
  • Finson, K.D. (2003). Modifying science activities for students with learning disabilities. Michigan Middle School Journal, 27(2), 26-30.
  • Ormsbee, C.K, & Finson, K.D. (2000). Modifying science activities and materials to enhance instruction for students with learning and behavioral problems. Intervention in School and Clinic, 36(1), 10-21.
  • Finson, K.D. & Ormsbee, C.K. (1998). Rubrics and their use in inclusive science. Intervention of School and Clinic, 34(2), 79-88.
  • Finson, K.D. (1997). Mathematics, science, and students possessing learning disabilities or behavioral disorders. The Math-Science Connector, 28(1), 4-5.
  • Finson, K.D., Ormsbee, C.K., Jensen, M., & Powers, D.T. (1997). Science in the mainstream: Retooling science activities. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 8(3), 219-232.
  • Finson, K.D. (1996). Equitable science for students with disabilities. Spectrum, 22(4), 18-20.
  • Finson, K.D. (Ed.). (1995). Science in the mainstream: Retooling science assessments. Macomb, IL: Western Illinois University.
  • Finson, K.D. (Ed.). (1995). Science in the mainstream: Retooling science activities. Macomb, IL: Western Illinois University.
Science Teacher Education
  • Olson, J.K, & Finson, K.D. (2009). Developmental perspectives in reflective practice of elementary science education students. Journal of Elementary Science Education, 21(4), 43-52.
  • Finson, K.D. (2000). Investigating preservice teachers' self-efficacy relative to self-image as a science teacher. Journal of Elementary Science Education, 13(1), 31-42.
  • Finson, Kevin D. (1989). Assessment of a Pilot Program for Inservice Teachers. Science Education, 73(4), 419-432.
  • James, Robert K., and Finson, Kevin D. (1986). First aide for science laboratory. The Science Teacher, 53(7), 28-30.
Scientific Inquiry
  • Nugent, P., Edgcomb Friday, M., Evens, W., McConnaughay, K., Morris, S., Finson, K., Wolffe, R. & Antola Crowe, H. (2017). Effects of an inquiry-focused, content-intensive program on preK-9th teachers' content knowledge, pedagogy, self-efficacy, and goals. European Scientific Journal. 14(34), 363-380.
  • Finson, K.D. (2010). Inference or observation? Tips for teaching students about the importance of quality inferences. Science and Children, 48(2), 44-47.
  • Finson, K.D. & Beaver, J.B. (2007). Time on your hands: Modeling time. Science Scope, 30(9), 33-37.
  • Britner, S.L. & Finson, K.D. (2005). Preservice teachers' reflections on their growth in an inquiry-oriented science pedagogy course. Journal of Elementary Science Education, 17(1), 39-54.
  • Finson, K.D. (2004). Extending paper chromatography inquiry. Science Scope, 27(6), 54-56.
  • Maroney, S., Finson, K., Beaver, J., & Jensen, M. (2003). Preparing for successful inquiry in inclusive science classrooms. Teaching Exceptional Children, 36(1), 18-25.
  • Beaver, J.B., Finson, K.D., Nelson, D., & Powers, D. (1998). Science spectrum: Standards based inquiry activities for the middle school. [CD-ROM]. Center for Application of Information Technologies, Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL.
  • Finson, K.D. (1994). Science alternative assessment models in Illinois. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 5(3), 97-110.
  • Finson, K.D., & Beaver, J.B. (1994). Performance assessment: Getting started. Science Scope, 18(1), 44-49.
  • Finson, K.D. (1994). Mineral bingo!: A review strategy for physical properties of minerals. The Earth Scientist, 11(4), 12-14.
  • Finson, K.D. (1993). The status of grades 7-12 science teaching in rural Illinois schools. ISTA Spectrum, 19(3), 34-38.
  • Finson, K.D. (1993). Tornadoes and TOTO too? The Earth Scientist, 10(4), 9-13.
  • Finson, K.D. & Beaver, J.B. (1992). A litmus test for performance assessment. Science Scope, 15(6), 23-24.
Visual Data
  • Finson, K.D., & Pedersen, J.E. (2015). Testing a conceptual change model framework for visual data. International Journal of Visual Literacy, 34(1), 57-88.
  • Farland-Smith, D., Finson, K.D., Boone, W.J., & Yates, M. (2012). An investigation of media influences on elementary students representations of scientists. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 23(7), online. DOI 10.1007/S10972-012-9322-z.
  • Finson, K.D., & Pedersen, J. (2011). What are visual data and what utility do they have in science education? Journal of Visual Literacy, 30(1), 66-85.