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Park, Byung-Yeol; Campbell, Todd; Kelly, Miriah; Gray, Ron; Arnold, Chester; Chadwick, Cary; Cisneros, Laura M.; Dickson, David; Moss, David M.; Rodriguez, Laura; Volin, John C.; Willig, Michael R. – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2023
Background: It is crucial to support students in better understanding water and sustainability issues because water plays a vital role in maintaining global ecosystems, including human life. A wide range of curricular and instructional supports like those embodied in model-based learning (MBL) are necessary for teachers to engage students in the…
Descriptors: Models, Science Education, Water, High School Students
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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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Engeness, Irina – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2020
The study provides an insight into how teachers may facilitate students' group learning in science with digital technology, which was examined when Norwegian lower secondary school students engaged in learning concepts of mitosis and meiosis. Quantitative and qualitative analyses of the teacher's assistance draw on Galperin's conceptualisation of…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Teacher Role, Teaching Methods, Educational Technology
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Williams, P. John; Otrel-Cass, Kathrin – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2017
Background: Inquiry learning in science provides authentic and relevant contexts in which students can create knowledge to solve problems, make decisions and find solutions to issues in today's world. The use of electronic networks can facilitate this interaction, dialogue and sharing, and adds a new dimension to classroom pedagogy. Purpose: This…
Descriptors: Inquiry, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Case Studies
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Al khawaldeh, Salem A. – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2013
Background and Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the comparative effects of a prediction/discussion-based learning cycle (HPD-LC), conceptual change text (CCT) and traditional instruction on 10th grade students' understanding of genetics concepts. Sample: Participants were 112 10th basic grade male students in three classes of…
Descriptors: Genetics, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science, Biology
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Al-Ahmadi, Fatheya; Oraif, Fatima – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2009
Working memory capacity is now well established as a rate determining factor in much learning and assessment, especially in the sciences. Most of the research has focussed on performance in tests and examinations in subject areas. This paper outlines some exploratory work in which other outcomes are related to working memory capacity. Confidence…
Descriptors: Short Term Memory, Cognitive Development, High School Students, Recall (Psychology)