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Hobson, Sally M.; Trundle, Kathy Cabe; Sackes, Mesut – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2010
This study explored young children's understandings of targeted lunar concepts, including when the moon can be observed, observable lunar phase shapes, predictable lunar patterns, and the cause of lunar phases. Twenty-one children (ages 7-9 years) from a multi-aged, self-contained classroom participated in this study. The instructional…
Descriptors: Grounded Theory, Participant Observation, Young Children, Computer Software
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Taasoobshirazi, Gita; Zuiker, Steven J.; Anderson, Kate T.; Hickey, Daniel T. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2006
As an example of design-based research, this study refined an assessment strategy for simultaneously enhancing inquiry-based learning and supporting achievement on conventional assessment measures. "Astronomy Village[R]: Investigating the Universe[TM]" is a software program designed to engage secondary science students in authentic and…
Descriptors: Science Education, Inquiry, Astronomy, Multimedia Materials
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Sadler, Philip M.; Gould, Roy R.; Leiker, P. Steven; Antonucci, Paul R. A.; Kimberk, Robert; Deutsch, Freeman S.; Hoffman, Beth; Dussault, Mary; Contos, Adam; Brecher, Kenneth; French, Linda – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2001
Introduces the MicroObservatory Network of automated telescopes which is designed to provide access to classroom teachers who wish their students to conduct projects over the World Wide Web. Allows students to take pictures with remote pointing and focusing telescopes. Encourages collaboration among schools. (Contains 18 references.) (Author/YDS)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Software, Elementary Education, Science Activities