SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: ENGAGING THE NEW GENERATION. Symposium on Science and Technology Education (BalticSTE 2017 Šiauliai, 12–15 June)
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: ENGAGING THE NEW GENERATION. Symposium on Science and Technology Education (BalticSTE 2017 Šiauliai, 12–15 June)
Contributor(s): Vincentas Lamanauskas (Editor)
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education
Published by: Scientia Socialis, UAB
Keywords: science education; technology education; STEM education; science teaching; science learning; ICT in science education; science teachers education;
Summary/Abstract: Lamanauskas V. (Ed.) (2017). Science and technology education: Engaging the new generation. Proceedings of the 2nd International Baltic Symposium on Science and Technology Education (BalticSTE2017). The Scientia Socialis Press, Šiauliai. ISBN: 978-609-95513-4-0
Designer & Paste-up artist Loreta Šimutytė-Balčiūnienė
English language proofreader Ilona Ratkevičienė
- Print-ISBN-13: 978-609-95513-4-0
- Page Count: 145
- Publication Year: 2017
- Language: English
NATURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: BalticSTE2017
NATURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: BalticSTE2017
(NATURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: BalticSTE2017)
- Author(s):Vincentas Lamanauskas
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:9-10
- No. of Pages:2
- Keywords:technological education; science education; BalticSTE2017;
- Summary/Abstract:The 2nd international science symposium “BalticSTE2017” materials are in your hands. This book presents some important issues related to the science and technology education today and in the future. It highlights different aspects of this important area. Though the name of the symposium itself emphasizes the Baltic region, however the symposium’s report panorama is very wide. The works of scientists from Brazil, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Poland, South Korea, Turkey, Italy, Finland, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Russia, USA, Slovakia, Portugal are published here. The newest natural science and technological education area research are presented in them, global perspectives are shown, insights are drawn.
RESEARCH BASED LEARNING AND PROPRIOCEPTION
RESEARCH BASED LEARNING AND PROPRIOCEPTION
(RESEARCH BASED LEARNING AND PROPRIOCEPTION)
- Author(s):Boris Aberšek, Kosta Dolenc, Andrej Flogie
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:11-14
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:cognitive education; research based learning; proprioception;
- Summary/Abstract:Much of the discussion is currently connected with our thought, our judgements, with our brain, especially connected with the learning process and methodology how to effectively learn. Most of our judgments and actions are appropriate most of the time. As we navigate our lives, we normally allow ourselves to be guided by impressions and feelings, and the confidence we have in our intuitive beliefs and preferences is usually justified. But not always. We are often confident, even when we are wrong, and an objective observer is more likely to detect our errors than we are. But a problem arises if we neglect comments or proposals of this observer. In this case you must take into account proprioception. It could also say “self-perception of thought”, “self-awareness of thought” or “thought is aware of itself in action”. Whatever terms could be used, thought should be able to perceive its own movement, be aware of its own movement and if so, at the process of problem solving (problem and research based learning) we are developing the system of thinking in an intuitive, heuristic and slow, systematical thinking.
PRESCHOOL CHILDREN’S IDEAS ABOUT LIVING THINGS
PRESCHOOL CHILDREN’S IDEAS ABOUT LIVING THINGS
(PRESCHOOL CHILDREN’S IDEAS ABOUT LIVING THINGS)
- Author(s):Şule Bayraktar, Zeynep Kuvvet
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Preschool education
- Page Range:15-17
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:living things; alternative conceptions; pre-school children; science education;
- Summary/Abstract:The purpose of this research is to examine pre-school children’s ideas about living and non-living things. Children were asked to determine whether particular objects in the pictures shown to them are living or non-living and asked to explain why they think so. The results of the research showed that majority of children can classify living and non-living things correctly and know that motion is a characteristic of a living thing. However, they held some alternative conceptions on the subject.
HOW MUCH DO NURSES REMEMBER FROM SCHOOL PHYSICS? SOME RESULTS OF COMPARING ANALYSIS
HOW MUCH DO NURSES REMEMBER FROM SCHOOL PHYSICS? SOME RESULTS OF COMPARING ANALYSIS
(HOW MUCH DO NURSES REMEMBER FROM SCHOOL PHYSICS? SOME RESULTS OF COMPARING ANALYSIS)
- Author(s):Zuzana Balázsiová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education
- Page Range:18-21
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:knowledge retention; solving of practical nursing tasks; physical knowledge in nursing;
- Summary/Abstract:The aim of this research is to determine the level of elementary physical knowledge, which can be used for solving the problem of nursing task. For this purpose original didactic test was used, which contained tasks from elementary physics and tasks of nursing, too. It was found, that nurses minimally remembered physical knowledge. Nurses preferred to solve practical nursing tasks only by using nursing knowledge. Decoupling physical and nursing knowledge may cause the increased risk of damage to health nurses and patients.
COLLABORATION BETWEEN PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHERS AND EXPERT: A CONTRIBUTION TO TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COLLABORATION BETWEEN PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHERS AND EXPERT: A CONTRIBUTION TO TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(COLLABORATION BETWEEN PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHERS AND EXPERT: A CONTRIBUTION TO TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)
- Author(s):Mónica Baptista
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:22-24
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:professional development; teachers’ collaboration; training program;
- Summary/Abstract:The aim of the research was to know the contribution of collaborative work between teachers and an expert for their professional development. The collaboration was promoted during a training program involving five steps: Plan, Action, Collect, Interpret and Reflect. This study involved six physics and chemistry teachers. Results show that the teachers felt that the collaborative work promoted learning related to the applicability of the theory to practice, with the formulation of inquiry tasks and their implementation in the classroom.
IDENTIFICATION OF KEY AND CRITICAL POINTS IN EARLY CHEMISTRY CURRICULUM IN CZECH REPUBLIC
IDENTIFICATION OF KEY AND CRITICAL POINTS IN EARLY CHEMISTRY CURRICULUM IN CZECH REPUBLIC
(IDENTIFICATION OF KEY AND CRITICAL POINTS IN EARLY CHEMISTRY CURRICULUM IN CZECH REPUBLIC)
- Author(s):Martin Bílek, Jiří Rychtera, Kateřina Chroustová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:25-27
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:early chemistry education; key and critical points of curriculum; chemistry teachers;
- Summary/Abstract:In the contribution possibilities and limits of the early chemistry curriculum innovation in the Czech Republic at time of current curricular reform are discussed. An example of chemistry subject matter in educational content and the context are focused. Methodology of research is based on interview with chemistry teachers, and partial results present problems with cognition overload of the pupils and the necessity to improve the content, particularly to build stronger connection to everyday life and forming of science literacy.
A REFLECTION OF PRESERVICE SCIENCE TEACHERS' VIEWS OF OPEN ACCESS DIMENSION OF RESPONSIBLE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
A REFLECTION OF PRESERVICE SCIENCE TEACHERS' VIEWS OF OPEN ACCESS DIMENSION OF RESPONSIBLE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
(A REFLECTION OF PRESERVICE SCIENCE TEACHERS' VIEWS OF OPEN ACCESS DIMENSION OF RESPONSIBLE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION)
- Author(s):Cagla Bulut, Bulent Cavas, Kadir Demir
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:28-31
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:open science; Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI); pre-service science teachers;
- Summary/Abstract:European Union has recently begun placing emphasis on sharing of scientific process as well as knowledge with public as part of Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) approach. During RRI process, research results are required to be accessible to public for efficient scientific communication. It is hereby significant to evaluate pre-service science teachers’ views. Thus, this study focused on pre-service science teachers’ views of RRI using RRI-questionnaire. Preliminary results show that pre-service science teachers have positive views towards RRI-open science dimension.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARD SCIENCE COURSE AND INQUIRY BASED SCIENCE EDUCATION (IBSE) IMPLEMENTATION IN SCHOOLS STUDY EARTHQUAKES (SSE) PROJECT
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARD SCIENCE COURSE AND INQUIRY BASED SCIENCE EDUCATION (IBSE) IMPLEMENTATION IN SCHOOLS STUDY EARTHQUAKES (SSE) PROJECT
(STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARD SCIENCE COURSE AND INQUIRY BASED SCIENCE EDUCATION (IBSE) IMPLEMENTATION IN SCHOOLS STUDY EARTHQUAKES (SSE) PROJECT)
- Author(s):Bulent Cavas, Cagla Bulut
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:32-34
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:earthquakes; inquiry based science education; science teachers; students’ perceptions;
- Summary/Abstract:The main aim of research is to investigate students’ perceptions toward science course before and after the Inquiry Based Science Education (IBSE) implementation during science lessons. The research also examines teachers’ use of inquiry based science education in their classrooms. The topic of earthquake was selected as the main focus to implement IBSE and related activities in this field. The research is a part of “Schools Study Earthquakes (SSE)” project, which is funded and supported by European Union Erasmus Plus program. The results show that IBSE supported instruction positively affected students’ perception toward science course. In addition, the educational approach of the project, IBSE, seems to be an effective method to teach earthquake phenomenon and earthquake-related subjects to students by science teachers.
LESSON STUDY AS A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF PRESERVICE PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHERS
LESSON STUDY AS A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF PRESERVICE PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHERS
(LESSON STUDY AS A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF PRESERVICE PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHERS)
- Author(s):Teresa Conceição, Mónica Baptista, João Pedro da Ponte
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education
- Page Range:35-38
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:lesson study; professional development; science education; pre-service teachers; science tasks;
- Summary/Abstract:The aim of the research is to show the learning of pre-service physics and chemistry teachers in a lesson study about tasks. The research methodology is qualitative and interpretive, with the participation of three pre-service physics and chemistry teachers. The data is collected through interviews and written reflections of the participants. The results show that pre-service teachers learn to identify tasks of different natures, valorizing open and challenging tasks in the development of students’ competences. They also recognized that when students like the task they will become more involved with learning which allows for more meaningful learning in science. Thus, the lesson study in initial training seems to promote the development of professional learning of pre-service physics and chemistry teachers in the Portuguese context.
SUPPORTING CONCEPTUAL LEARNING IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY THROUGH SEMI-EMPIRICAL MOLECULAR MODELING: HEURISTICS OF DIELS-ALDER [4+2] CYCLOADITIONS FOR PREPARATION OF POTENTIAL TLR4 MODULATORS
SUPPORTING CONCEPTUAL LEARNING IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY THROUGH SEMI-EMPIRICAL MOLECULAR MODELING: HEURISTICS OF DIELS-ALDER [4+2] CYCLOADITIONS FOR PREPARATION OF POTENTIAL TLR4 MODULATORS
(SUPPORTING CONCEPTUAL LEARNING IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY THROUGH SEMI-EMPIRICAL MOLECULAR MODELING: HEURISTICS OF DIELS-ALDER [4+2] CYCLOADITIONS FOR PREPARATION OF POTENTIAL TLR4 MODULATORS)
- Author(s):Rafael Doležal, Natálie Karásková, Nadezhda V. Maltsevskaya, Karel Kolář
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:39-43
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:conceptual learning; diels-alder cycloadditions; molecular modeling; RM1; activation energy;
- Summary/Abstract:A vast majority of novices in universities predominantly utilize algorithmic mental processes to resolve assigned tasks and tests. Although algorithmic thinking is an essential part of human cognitive functions, experts on didactics call for methods, which develop also conceptual thinking in beginners. Currently, heuristic molecular modeling gains an important position in chemistry education since it inherently integrates several conceptual thinking principles. Herein, it is focused on computational analysis of eight potential immunomodulators prepared by Diels-Alder reactions to exemplify conceptualized chemistry learning.
THE FORMATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTALLY DIRECTED THINKING AS THE NECESSARY QUALITY OF PERSONALITY IN MODERN CONDITIONS
THE FORMATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTALLY DIRECTED THINKING AS THE NECESSARY QUALITY OF PERSONALITY IN MODERN CONDITIONS
(THE FORMATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTALLY DIRECTED THINKING AS THE NECESSARY QUALITY OF PERSONALITY IN MODERN CONDITIONS)
- Author(s):Suriya I. GILMANSHINA, Aygul Z. GAYFULLINA, Iskander R. GILMANSHIN
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Energy and Environmental Studies, School education
- Page Range:44-47
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:ecologically oriented thinking; environmental competence; problem-based learning;
- Summary/Abstract:It has been developed a conceptual model of environmentally directed thinking and its relationship with environmental protection on the basis of competence approach. It have been developed the principles of formation of the environmentally directed thinking in the structure of environmental competence. There were proposed stages of teacher’s activity by the gradual transition from mental activity of students with a reproductive level to the level of creative environmental activities. The technology of problem-based learning based on interdisciplinary links was highlighted. A new look was justified at the environmentally directed thinking as an essential quality of the personality of modern man and the backbone factor of education of intelligence and civilization, ecological attitude to nature.
STUDENTS’ INTEREST IN THE SCIENCE SUBJECTS AND MATHEMATICS IN SCHOOLS OF LATVIA AND LITHUANIA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
STUDENTS’ INTEREST IN THE SCIENCE SUBJECTS AND MATHEMATICS IN SCHOOLS OF LATVIA AND LITHUANIA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
(STUDENTS’ INTEREST IN THE SCIENCE SUBJECTS AND MATHEMATICS IN SCHOOLS OF LATVIA AND LITHUANIA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY)
- Author(s):Ineta Helmane, Dagnija Cedere, Vilija Targamadzė, Inese Jurgena
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:48-52
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:interest in science; learning process; science and mathematics;
- Summary/Abstract:Interest is one of the most meaningful components for successful learning process. Nowadays students’ interest about science and mathematics is decreasing. The aim of the study is to explore the interest of Grade 9 students in science and mathematics. In Latvia and Lithuania students were surveyed and it helped to explore the respondents’ interests in science and mathematics. The survey shows that students have rather pronounced interest to explore and solve problems connected with the real life.
SCIENCE EDUCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA: ENGAGING THE NEW GENERATION OF STUDENT TEACHERS IN SERVICE-LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
SCIENCE EDUCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA: ENGAGING THE NEW GENERATION OF STUDENT TEACHERS IN SERVICE-LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(SCIENCE EDUCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA: ENGAGING THE NEW GENERATION OF STUDENT TEACHERS IN SERVICE-LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT)
- Author(s):Angela James
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:53-55
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:service-learning; student teachers;
- Summary/Abstract:Amidst student calls for a ‘Decolonised curriculum” and “Fees must fall” a renewed education is required. The research question - How students registered for a Service-Learning and Sustainable development focused module were challenged? 88 students, with 47 community based projects were engaged in the module. An interpretive paradigm with an exploratory, qualitative approach was used. Data gathering methods included class discussions, document analysis, visual methodologies and reflective diaries. The data analysis was deductively analysed. Students experienced great emotional and cognitive waves where social learning influenced their deep-learning, perceptions of themselves and the community and the actions to be taken.
DIDACTIC CAPACITY OF SELECTED CZECH AND RUSSIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL TEXTBOOKS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND THEIR MUTUAL COMPARISON
DIDACTIC CAPACITY OF SELECTED CZECH AND RUSSIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL TEXTBOOKS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND THEIR MUTUAL COMPARISON
(DIDACTIC CAPACITY OF SELECTED CZECH AND RUSSIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL TEXTBOOKS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND THEIR MUTUAL COMPARISON)
- Author(s):Natálie Karásková, Rafael Doležal, Nadezhda V. Maltsevskaya, Karel Kolář
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:56-60
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:didactic capacity; analysis of textbooks; educational mean; Czech and Russian textbooks; organic chemistry;
- Summary/Abstract:In the research, a quantitative method intending to evaluate didactic capacity of four textbooks of organic chemistry used at upper secondary schools has been applied. Focusing on the arrangement of verbal and non-verbal elements, two Czech textbooks of organic chemistry were compared with two adequate Russian textbooks. The textbooks were characterized by coefficients of subject presentation, education control, orientation, and the total didactic capacity. Based on chi-square statistics, significance of the results is discussed and critically interpreted.
IMPLEMENTATION OF GEOMETRICAL CONCEPTS IN KINDERGARTEN
IMPLEMENTATION OF GEOMETRICAL CONCEPTS IN KINDERGARTEN
(IMPLEMENTATION OF GEOMETRICAL CONCEPTS IN KINDERGARTEN)
- Author(s):Anna Klim-Klimaszewska, Stanisława Nazaruk
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Preschool education
- Page Range:61-64
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:geometry teaching; preschool education; child development;
- Summary/Abstract:The core curriculum of preschool education stipulates that the child that is prepared to study Mathematics in school can distinguish between basic geometric figures (circles, squares, triangles, rectangles). Nevertheless, a review of the records of student training in preschool revealed that there were no geometry-related subjects in any of them. Therefore, it was decided to further investigate whether it was the teachers who did not implement geometrical concepts or just the students, who had no opportunity to observe or conduct classes in the field. In addition, if the latter was the case, the analysis was to include the extent to which teachers implement geometric concepts.
WRITING VERSUS TYPING IN THE BIOLOGY CLASSROOM: A CASE STUDY IN SLOVENIA
WRITING VERSUS TYPING IN THE BIOLOGY CLASSROOM: A CASE STUDY IN SLOVENIA
(WRITING VERSUS TYPING IN THE BIOLOGY CLASSROOM: A CASE STUDY IN SLOVENIA)
- Author(s):Metka Kordigel Aberšek
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:65-68
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:writing curriculum; visuographic representation; quantitative research;
- Summary/Abstract:The act of writing is a complex cognitive process, relying on perceptual sensorimotor combinations (Mangen et. all, 2015). Writing is the process of externalizing the content of our thinking, what we know, what we think, what we feel … Writing always involves the skilful handling of mechanical/technical devices, and necessarily results in a visuographic representation: some kind of readable text in a form of letters or symbols (Mangen, Velay, 2010). The neuroscientific research points out writing is a process that requires the integration of visual, proprioceptive (haptics/kinaesthetic) and tactile information in order to be accomplished (Fogassi, Gallese, 2004). The acquisition of writing skills of previous generations involved a perceptual component, learning the shape of the letter, and a graphomotor component, learning the trajectory producing the letters shape (van Gallen, 1991) – the process, that is probably going to change with the Generation Z.
MOTIVATION AND ATTITUDES OF MEDICAL STUDENTS TOWARDS TEACHING AND LEARNING NATURAL SCIENCES
MOTIVATION AND ATTITUDES OF MEDICAL STUDENTS TOWARDS TEACHING AND LEARNING NATURAL SCIENCES
(MOTIVATION AND ATTITUDES OF MEDICAL STUDENTS TOWARDS TEACHING AND LEARNING NATURAL SCIENCES)
- Author(s):Eva Králová
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education , Health and medicine and law
- Page Range:69-71
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:university medical education; students’ motivation; natural sciences;
- Summary/Abstract:Attitudes of medical students towards teaching and learning of natural sciences as an inevitable part of medical curriculum are often negative and lack of motivation is observed. Research project is focused on the identification and subsequently application of motivating approaches in the teaching. Pedagogical investigation using anonymous questionnaire was used with the aim to specify respondents (1st year students of Comenius University Faculty of Medicine in Bratislava) motivation and attitudes towards teaching and learning natural sciences before starting medicine study and after 1st semester of medicine study.
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH ACTIVITY OF STUDENTS PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS AT UNIVERSITY: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF UNDERSTANDING, INTEREST AND CAREER ASPECTS
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH ACTIVITY OF STUDENTS PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS AT UNIVERSITY: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF UNDERSTANDING, INTEREST AND CAREER ASPECTS
(SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH ACTIVITY OF STUDENTS PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS AT UNIVERSITY: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF UNDERSTANDING, INTEREST AND CAREER ASPECTS)
- Author(s):Vincentas Lamanauskas, Dalia Augienė
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education
- Page Range:72-78
- No. of Pages:7
- Keywords:comparative analysis; science education; scientific research activity; university students;
- Summary/Abstract:Scientific research activity (SRA) is a constituent part of university studies. It is very important that this activity was consequently developed, and that the students acquired necessary research activity competencies. On the other hand, scientific research activity realises the essential teacher preparation paradigm direction – towards research based teacher education. On the basis of two qualitative research, a comparative analysis was carried out, seeking to analyse how differ positions of two study field students, pre-service teachers in respect of scientific research activity. In the research participated 84 pre-service teachers of natural sciences and 90 pre-service teachers of social sciences. The research was carried out between February and March, 2016. Research results show, that these two group students’ position in respect of SRA significantly differs.
THE INFLUENCE OF CHEMICAL LANGUAGE IN THE REWORKING OF BASIC CONCEPTS IN ELECTROCHEMISTRY
THE INFLUENCE OF CHEMICAL LANGUAGE IN THE REWORKING OF BASIC CONCEPTS IN ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(THE INFLUENCE OF CHEMICAL LANGUAGE IN THE REWORKING OF BASIC CONCEPTS IN ELECTROCHEMISTRY)
- Author(s):Solange W. Locatelli, Agnaldo Arroio
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:79-82
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:electrochemistry; chemical education; chemical terms; representational level; submicro level;
- Summary/Abstract:Understanding the submicro level is difficult for students, requiring a deeper chemistry knowledge. In this study, 32 students performed a teaching-learning sequence in order to understand the submicro level of two electrochemical reactions. Among the thirty-two students, eight of them were analyzed, using the records and the transcriptions of the filming. The results indicated that students who used more chemical terms were able to achieve better understandings of the submicro level, since that talking more, in this case, showed no relation to learning.
NATURAL SCIENCE LESSONS: PRE-SERVICE PRIMARY TEACHERS' EXPERIENCE
NATURAL SCIENCE LESSONS: PRE-SERVICE PRIMARY TEACHERS' EXPERIENCE
(NATURAL SCIENCE LESSONS: PRE-SERVICE PRIMARY TEACHERS' EXPERIENCE)
- Author(s):Rita Makarskaitė-Petkevičienė
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education
- Page Range:83-88
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:personal experience; pre-service primary teachers; opinion research; lessons in nature;
- Summary/Abstract:“Science Education in Europe: National Policies, Practices and Research (2011) discusses students’ natural science literacy, generalises international research results, names natural science education problems, searches for solutions. One of them – suitable teacher preparation. This article analyses what experience pre-service primary teachers have about natural science lessons and what, in their opinion, is necessary for the students to like natural sciences.
INCREASING YOUTH'S ECOLOGICAL AWARENESS OF AIR POLLUTION WITH THE USE OF NEW MEDIA
INCREASING YOUTH'S ECOLOGICAL AWARENESS OF AIR POLLUTION WITH THE USE OF NEW MEDIA
(INCREASING YOUTH'S ECOLOGICAL AWARENESS OF AIR POLLUTION WITH THE USE OF NEW MEDIA)
- Author(s):Anna Michniewska, Karolina Czerwiec, Katarzyna Potyrala, Renata Staśko, Emanuel Studnicki
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Energy and Environmental Studies, Communication studies, School education
- Page Range:89-91
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:environmental awareness; high school students; mobile applications; new media;
- Summary/Abstract:Ecological awareness involves natural knowledge, subjective perceptions, emotional commitment, and personal activity. It is shaped in a complex process under the influence of generally accepted social norms, information from mass media, formal and informal education. Increasingly young people are using new, new media to raise awareness. Research is concerned at the use of mobile applications in natural sciences on the example of air pollution. The aim of the research was to test the effectiveness and attractiveness of mobile applications devoted to the problem of air pollution among youth. Research has conducted focus interviews with middle school students on the use of applications in natural science lessons, and analyzed mobile applications and websites on air pollution.
ANALYSIS OF SCIENCE VIDEOS PRODUCED BY BRAZILIAN MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
ANALYSIS OF SCIENCE VIDEOS PRODUCED BY BRAZILIAN MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
(ANALYSIS OF SCIENCE VIDEOS PRODUCED BY BRAZILIAN MINISTRY OF EDUCATION)
- Author(s):Marcus Vinicius Pereira, Agnaldo Arroio
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Media studies, Higher Education , Film / Cinema / Cinematography
- Page Range:92-94
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:media literacy; filmic analysis; science education; Youtube;
- Summary/Abstract:It is presented an analysis of science videos produced by Ministry of Education of Brazil to prepare high school students for an exam. It was identified how these videos were produced under filmic analysis framework. They are long duration videos, more similar to TV programs, which incorporate popular Youtube videos to solve problems inset with the dialogue between a presenter (an actor) and a teacher. Also there is weak relation between the guest interviewed and the video subject.
NATIONAL LEVEL TEST IN SCIENCE IN LATVIA FOR ASSESSING HOW STUDENTS EXPLAIN PHENOMENA SCIENTIFICALLY
NATIONAL LEVEL TEST IN SCIENCE IN LATVIA FOR ASSESSING HOW STUDENTS EXPLAIN PHENOMENA SCIENTIFICALLY
(NATIONAL LEVEL TEST IN SCIENCE IN LATVIA FOR ASSESSING HOW STUDENTS EXPLAIN PHENOMENA SCIENTIFICALLY)
- Author(s):Pavels Pestovs, Dace Namsone
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:95-98
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:explaining phenomena scientifically; natural phenomena in science; skill assessment;
- Summary/Abstract:For successful curriculum implementation in the framework of the project “Competency-based Education Curriculum Development and Implementation” funded from the European Social Fund (ESF), it is essential to develop validated and reliable national level tests with an objective to monitor students’ progress. The purpose of the research is to analyse students’ current situation in explaining natural phenomena scientifically in order to give a clear insight into the assessment process of students’ skills. At a first glance, a substantial amount (more than 50 %) of 15-16 years old students are capable of explaining natural phenomena in science, however, detailed analysis reveals two problems: both deep and surface student explanations are scored in the same way in test and item assessing criteria are not allowing teachers to assess student skills at different cognitive levels.
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMS AS A SPACE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION IN THE KNOWLEDGE-BASED SOCIETY
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMS AS A SPACE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION IN THE KNOWLEDGE-BASED SOCIETY
(NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMS AS A SPACE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION IN THE KNOWLEDGE-BASED SOCIETY)
- Author(s):Katarzyna Potyrala, Karolina Czerwiec, Renata Staśko
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Museology & Heritage Studies, School education
- Page Range:99-103
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:knowledge-based society; natural history museum; science education;
- Summary/Abstract:The museum activity is more and more often aimed at integration with local communities, organization of scientific debates and intercultural dialogue, expansion of social network and framework for communication and mediation of scientific issues. Museums generate learning potential and create a social culture. The aim of the research was to diagnose the viability of natural history museums as the spaces of open training and increasing social participation in education for balanced development. Furthermore, it examined the possibility to create a strong interaction between schools at all levels and institutions of informal education, exchange of experience in the field of educational projects and the development of cooperation principles to strengthen the university-school-natural history museum relations. In the research conducted in the years 2016-2017 participated 110 students of teaching specialization in various fields of studies. The results of the research are connected with students’ attitudes towards new role of museums as institutions popularizing knowledge and sharing knowledge. The outcomes enable the diagnosis in terms of preparing young people to pursue participatory activities for the local community and may be the starting point for the development of proposals of educational solutions increasing students’ awareness in the field of natural history museums’ educational potential.
CHEMICAL EQUILIBRIUM IN TERMS OF ITS CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING IN THE CONTEXT OF SUBMICROSCOPIC, MACROSCOPIC AND SYMBOLIC INTERPRETATION BY LEARNERS
CHEMICAL EQUILIBRIUM IN TERMS OF ITS CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING IN THE CONTEXT OF SUBMICROSCOPIC, MACROSCOPIC AND SYMBOLIC INTERPRETATION BY LEARNERS
(CHEMICAL EQUILIBRIUM IN TERMS OF ITS CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING IN THE CONTEXT OF SUBMICROSCOPIC, MACROSCOPIC AND SYMBOLIC INTERPRETATION BY LEARNERS)
- Author(s):Miroslav Prokša, Zuzana Haláková, Anna Drozdíková
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:104-107
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:chemical equilibrium; submicroscopic; macroscopic and symbolic interpretation; conceptual understanding;
- Summary/Abstract:The research was focused on solving the following research question: What is the depth and breadth of 16-year-old learners' knowledge of the chemical equilibrium in Slovakia? The main aim of our research was to find out the conceptual understanding of this part of chemistry in the context of submicroscopic, macroscopic and symbolic representations. A special research tool, which consisted of five sets of tasks, was created for this research. The research included a sample of 473 children. The results indicate that knowledge is more at the level of memory reproduction and algorithmic use. Learners have been facing a problem with the conceptual understanding of the given concept.
VARIOUS KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN AN ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM ASSESSMENT WITHIN AN INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS COURSE FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS
VARIOUS KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN AN ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM ASSESSMENT WITHIN AN INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS COURSE FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS
(VARIOUS KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN AN ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM ASSESSMENT WITHIN AN INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS COURSE FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS)
- Author(s):Lukáš Richterek, František Látal
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education
- Page Range:108-111
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:chemistry majors; physics course; university students;
- Summary/Abstract:An assessment is described in the introductory physics course for chemistry major students with the focus on solving problems from the electricity and magnetism. The experiences are summarised, obtained during the academic years 2014/2015, 2015/2016 and 2016/2017 from a multiple-choice test passed by 390 chemistry majors at the Faculty of Science in Olomouc. Various kinds of quiz problems were used, which can be divided into three categories: conceptual questions, numerical questions, questions with chart reading and interpretation. In the study assessment data are summarised and the score difference, achieved in the mentioned problem categories, is identified. The results did not prove that conceptual problems were more difficult for the set of students, but it is suggested, that students are more successful in the whole test to reach better scores in graph reading questions.
CHALLENGES IN ASSESSMENT AND GUIDANCE IN STUDY GROUP BASED LEARNING
CHALLENGES IN ASSESSMENT AND GUIDANCE IN STUDY GROUP BASED LEARNING
(CHALLENGES IN ASSESSMENT AND GUIDANCE IN STUDY GROUP BASED LEARNING)
- Author(s):Antti Rİssanen, Kalle Saastamoinen
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Higher Education
- Page Range:112-114
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:group work; assessment methods; student centric learning;
- Summary/Abstract:In science and technology education lectures, exercises, and report type home works are aimed to guide individual learning in knowing applied methods and tools to gain knowledge and skills needed in future profession. This research presents observations how flipped learning and group work would solve some of the motivation and resource related challenges in the NDU’s master level curricula in the department of military technology. However, feedback studies from recent courses showed that assessment, guidance, and even controlling procedures are needed when applying these methods. Action research methodology was used to seek solutions to the new challenges produced by student centric education like flipped and group work type approaches. Observations were made from the NDU’s two year long, preprogrammed, and mostly preplanned curricula. The research revealed that in NDU many aspects in group based models required deeper consideration. Especially, related individual assignments, assessment methods, and motivational aspects formed some of the critical areas.
CHEMISTRY AND MATHEMATICS: MATHEMATICAL CONTENT OF CHEMICAL TASKS
CHEMISTRY AND MATHEMATICS: MATHEMATICAL CONTENT OF CHEMICAL TASKS
(CHEMISTRY AND MATHEMATICS: MATHEMATICAL CONTENT OF CHEMICAL TASKS)
- Author(s):Oxana N. Ryzhova, Elizaveta A. Belevtsova, Nikolay E. Kuz’menko
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:115-117
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:chemistry education; Unified State Exam; Chemistry Olympiad; entrance examination;
- Summary/Abstract:The level of mathematical preparedness of secondary-school graduates influences not only the possibility of entering natural science faculties of university, but also the success of subsequent education. At present, when enrolling in Russian universities, the mathematical preparation of the entrant is assessed based on the result of the Unified State Exam. This research proposed to use the mathematical content of competitive chemistry tasks for indirect assessment of the degree of the university applicant's preparedness.
INFLUENCE OF NANOTECHNOLOGY RELATED SSI PROGRAM ON COMPETENCIES OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KOREA
INFLUENCE OF NANOTECHNOLOGY RELATED SSI PROGRAM ON COMPETENCIES OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KOREA
(INFLUENCE OF NANOTECHNOLOGY RELATED SSI PROGRAM ON COMPETENCIES OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KOREA)
- Author(s):Hae-Ae Seo, Hye-Sook Lee, Soonok Kim
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:118-121
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:socio-scientific issues; competencies; nanotechnology; South Korea;
- Summary/Abstract:The study aimed to examine how a nanotechnology related SSI program influences on key competencies of high school students in Korea. Results showed that some competencies were significantly increased, while ability to work collaboratively in a group was not. Inclusion of a real life context and inquiry approach were important and specific instructional strategies which can develop certain competencies effectively. Implications for teaching such programs can be further discussed.
VERKHOVSKY EPONYMS IN THE EPOCH OF EDUCATIONAL ETHNOCENTRISM
VERKHOVSKY EPONYMS IN THE EPOCH OF EDUCATIONAL ETHNOCENTRISM
(VERKHOVSKY EPONYMS IN THE EPOCH OF EDUCATIONAL ETHNOCENTRISM)
- Author(s):Uladzimir Slabin
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:122-124
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:chemical eponyms; laboratory equipment; chemistry teaching; Verkhovsky ethnocentrism;
- Summary/Abstract:Being of didactic and axiological potential, eponyms are important for science education, in particular for implementing the principles of humanization and historicism. Reviewing literature for dictionary of chemical eponyms, an unusual publication on teaching chemistry was found. It contained a number of self-introduced eponyms, no one of them is in use nowadays. Implications of the time the book was published at, ethnocentrism in education are discussed.
PRE-LEARNING ACTIVITIES USING A TEXTBOOK: A CROATIAN VIEW
PRE-LEARNING ACTIVITIES USING A TEXTBOOK: A CROATIAN VIEW
(PRE-LEARNING ACTIVITIES USING A TEXTBOOK: A CROATIAN VIEW)
- Author(s):Snježana Smerdel, Meliha Zejnilagić-Hajrić
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:125-128
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:cognitive load; pre-learning activities; using a textbook; working memory capacity;
- Summary/Abstract:A pilot research was carried out on a sample of teachers in order to determine the frequency of textbook usage within the pre-learning strategy for teaching chemistry and biology in primary and secondary schools. Data were collected through a questionnaire, and processed with descriptive and inferential statistics. Teachers use a textbook with written materials, as well as online resources within the frame of the pre-learning strategy quite rarely, and there is no difference in textbook usage regarding the education level.
EDUCATION IN THE AREA OF NEW NEW MEDIA ON THE EXAMPLE OF YOUTUBE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY WORKSHOPS
EDUCATION IN THE AREA OF NEW NEW MEDIA ON THE EXAMPLE OF YOUTUBE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY WORKSHOPS
(EDUCATION IN THE AREA OF NEW NEW MEDIA ON THE EXAMPLE OF YOUTUBE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY WORKSHOPS)
- Author(s):Renata Staśko, Karolina Czerwiec, Katarzyna Potyrala, Emanuel Studnicki, Anna Michniewska
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Media studies, School education, ICT Information and Communications Technologies
- Page Range:129-132
- No. of Pages:4
- Keywords:media education; interdisciplinarity; digital competences; workshops; YouTube;
- Summary/Abstract:The aim of the research concerning the organization of interdisciplinary educational workshops for 50 students-future teachers of technics and informatics. It was important to raise their level of social, communications and media competences, as well as the diagnosis of their attitudes towards the possibility of improving their technical skills of using new new media, in particular YouTube service. Results of the research show that the workshops allow students not only to develop their scientific thinking during the manual-technical and communication actions at the university, but also percept of the need to organize such activities in order to shape an appropriate approach to contemporary scientific and communication problems.
LOCATING EVIDENCES OF EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CURRICULAR: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NIGERIAN AND SOUTH AFRICA
LOCATING EVIDENCES OF EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CURRICULAR: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NIGERIAN AND SOUTH AFRICA
(LOCATING EVIDENCES OF EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CURRICULAR: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NIGERIAN AND SOUTH AFRICA)
- Author(s):Alvin U. Ugwu
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:133-137
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:education for sustainable development; sustainable development; Sub-Saharan Africa;
- Summary/Abstract:This research explores the integration of Education for Sustainable Development in the Science and Technology School Curriculum Documents of the Sub-Saharan African giant nations (Nigeria and South Africa) through a comparative analysis. The paper supports that Sustainable Development is a key in a present-day Science and Technology school curricula, given the global economic, social, cultural and environmental imperatives. The study suggests that science and technology curriculum should be a critical transformative tool towards integrating and fostering Sustainable Development in developing countries.
DISCIPLINE IN SCHOOLS: SOME ACTUAL ISSUES
DISCIPLINE IN SCHOOLS: SOME ACTUAL ISSUES
(DISCIPLINE IN SCHOOLS: SOME ACTUAL ISSUES)
- Author(s):Alex Wirth, Boris Aberšek
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:138-140
- No. of Pages:3
- Keywords:discipline in class; primary school; contemporary student; elderly teachers;
- Summary/Abstract:Discipline in class is essential. Without it the educational processes and teachings are difficult. In this manner curricula goals are almost impossible to achieve. There are and there always will be some kind of conflicts between teachers and students, but they should not evolve to become a problem. Teachers (especially elderly teachers) often express pessimism of contemporary students. They say that today's students have less knowledge, they do misbehave more often than previous generations. A study among students was conducted. It was trying to determine the rate of discipline in schools in Celje to see if these statements are true. The questionnaire to students of one primary and one high school in Celje, Slovenia were distributed. The answers from 234 students were received. On the one hand, it was found out that senior high school students have the worst level of discipline of all the grades tested. They themselves assess their class atmosphere as less disciplined. They report that teachers use a lot of time to calm the class down. All this is probably a factor in lower average grade that the senior high school students have. On the other hand, it was found out that teachers do not react to the disturbance or they are trying to be repressive. These are not the correct ways of dealing with discipline issues. Therefore, there are some recommended ways how teachers should react.
GROUP WORK IN EVALUATION OF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ KNOWLEDGE ABOUT CARBOHYDRATES
GROUP WORK IN EVALUATION OF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ KNOWLEDGE ABOUT CARBOHYDRATES
(GROUP WORK IN EVALUATION OF PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ KNOWLEDGE ABOUT CARBOHYDRATES)
- Author(s):Meliha Zejnilagić-Hajrić, Adel Polutak, Ines Nuić
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, School education
- Page Range:141-142
- No. of Pages:2
- Keywords:evaluation; group work; teacher-led discussion; carbohydrates;
- Summary/Abstract:In this research two different ways of students' reviewing their knowledge in chemistry about carbohydrates are described: group work and discussion with teacher. In experimental group (EG) students were working in groups on their assignments, while in control group (CG) discussion led by teacher was implemented. Results showed better EG students’ achievements on paper-and-pencil test of knowledge on the following class.
