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Ramon Mayor Martins; Christiane Gresse von Wangenheim; Marcelo Fernando Rauber; Jean Carlo Hauck – International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education, 2024
Although Machine Learning (ML) is found practically everywhere, few understand the technology behind it. This presents new challenges to extend computing education by including ML concepts in order to help students to understand its potential and limits and empowering them to become creators of intelligent solutions. Therefore, we developed an…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Computer Software
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Menon, Deepika; Salas, Zarah; Mellendick, Allison; Chandrasekhar, Meera; Kosztin, Dorina – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2020
The use of technology is increasing rapidly in our society, and classroom teachers must recognize the impact and importance of technology in the lives of their students. It is crucial that college faculty involved in teacher training design courses that integrate mobile technologies to prepare the next generation of teachers. In this study, we…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Technology Integration, Computer Software, Handheld Devices
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de Lima, Melina S.; de Amôres, Eduardo B.; Santos, José Vicente C.; Martin, Vera A. F. – Journal of Astronomy & Earth Sciences Education, 2018
Various studies have noted current shortcomings in the teaching and learning of science in schools, and the results of large-scale tests show that despite heavy investment in education, Brazilians' understanding of science test scores typically fall short of what could be if students had a consistent, high-quality basic education. This article…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Astronomy, Science Education, Scientific Concepts
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Tekbiyik, Ahmet; Ercan, Orhan – International Journal of Progressive Education, 2015
Current study examined the effects of virtual and physical laboratory practices on students' conceptual achievement in the subject of electricity and their attitudes towards simple electric circuits. Two groups (virtual and physical) selected through simple random sampling was taught with web-aided material called "Electricity in Our…
Descriptors: Science Laboratories, Energy, Student Attitudes, Laboratory Equipment
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Encheff, Dana – TechTrends: Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning, 2013
This article explains how one teacher used iBooks Author, a free digital textbook creation tool that makes iBooks for iPads, in an upper elementary classroom to improve students' expository writing skills and understanding of science content. The classroom teacher taught students pre-requisite writing and technology skills for two weeks, and…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Grade 5, Clubs, Writing Skills
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Dalacosta, K.; Kamariotaki-Paparrigopoulou, M.; Palyvos, J. A.; Spyrellis, N. – Computers & Education, 2009
This study reports research findings on the use of animated cartoons in a multimedia application meant to evaluate their effectiveness in supporting teaching and learning in science. The researchers have developed a cartoon-style multimedia application whereas animated cartoons where designed from scratch using appropriate programs. The study was…
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Science Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness, Scientific Concepts
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Papageorgiou, George; Johnson, Philip; Fotiades, Fotis – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2008
This paper reports the findings of a study exploring the use of a software package to help pupils understand particulate explanations for melting and evaporation below boiling point. Two matched classes in a primary school in Greece (ages 11-12, n = 16 and 19) were involved in a short intervention of six one hour lessons. Covering the same…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Software, Foreign Countries, Scientific Concepts
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Hechter, Richard P.; Guy, Mark – Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education (CITE Journal), 2010
This article reports the phases of design and use of video editing technology as a medium for creatively expressing science content knowledge in an elementary science methods course. Teacher candidates communicated their understanding of standards-based core science concepts through the creation of original digital movies. The movies were assigned…
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Methods Courses, Teacher Education Curriculum, Creative Activities
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Tekos, George; Solomonidou, Christina – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2009
This pilot study documents the design and evaluation results of an innovative teaching approach with the use of ICT regarding the optics concepts of light reflection and diffusion, and vision in Greek primary school. First there was a survey of 140 students to ascertain their initial ideas regarding these concepts. On the basis of the results of…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Computer Assisted Instruction, Optics, Computer Software
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She, H. C.; Lee, C. Q. – Computers & Education, 2008
This study reports an adaptive digital learning project, scientific concept construction and reconstruction (SCCR), that was developed based on the theories of Dual Situated Learning Model (DSLM) and scientific reasoning. In addition, the authors investigated the effects of an SCCR related to a "combustion" topic for sixth grade students…
Descriptors: Experimental Groups, Scientific Concepts, Concept Formation, Grade 6
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Asan, Askin – Educational Technology & Society, 2007
The purpose of this research project was to determine the effects of incorporating concept mapping on the achievement of fifth grade students in science class. The study was conducted with twenty-three students at Ata Elementary School, Trabzon, Turkey. The students were tested with teacher-constructed pre- and post tests containing 20…
Descriptors: Concept Mapping, Pretests Posttests, Foreign Countries, Grade 5
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McGrath, Diane, Ed. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Reviewed are two computer software programs for Apple II computers on weather for upper elementary and middle school grades. "Weather" introduces the major factors (temperature, humidity, wind, and air pressure) affecting weather. "How Weather Works" uses simulation and auto-tutorial formats on sun, wind, fronts, clouds, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Elementary School Science
Draper, Steve; And Others – 1989
This paper aims to clarify and describe the process of change in learners' conceptual understanding of natural phenomena. It begins by reviewing the existing literature on models of conceptual change and on children's conceptions in a number of selected topic areas. Strategies for exploring and developing children's ideas in these areas have also…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Structures, Computer Software, Concept Formation