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El Masri, Yasmine H.; Erduran, Sibel; Ioannidou, Olga – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2023
Background: The paper discusses how the design of summative assessments of practical science can be enhanced through the use of robust theoretical models that capture the diversity of scientific methods. The developments in assessment policy in England and the role of practical science in teaching and learning of science are reviewed. Purpose: The…
Descriptors: Science Tests, Test Construction, Summative Evaluation, Test Items
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Martín-Gámez, Carolina; Erduran, Sibel – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2018
Background: Argumentation is an important discourse process in science that needs to be taught and learned as part of a repertoire of strategies to support the acquisition of scientific literacy. Research in science education indicates that beliefs or perceptions and the epistemological orientations of teachers influence their approaches to…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Persuasive Discourse, Science and Society, Energy
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Osborne, Jonathan; Erduran, Sibel; Simon, Shirley; Monk, Martin – School Science Review, 2001
Makes a case for why teaching about 'ideas and evidence' requires more attention to the teaching of argument in school science. Outlines various practical methods and strategies of local teachers through which this might be achieved. Explores difficulties and obstacles. (Contains 19 references.) (Author/ASK)
Descriptors: Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Secondary Education, Science Education, Science Process Skills