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Kanli, Uygar; Yavas, Sezin – International Journal of Science Education, 2021
This study aims to examine the effect of the instructional plan which includes workshops pedagogically modelling the exhibitions at science centres for an effective field trip, on high school students' learning the concepts on 'Simple Machines: Pulley and Levers'. In this study, a semi-experimental design with the pre- and post-test control group…
Descriptors: Workshops, Instructional Effectiveness, Science Instruction, Field Trips
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Krange, Ingeborg; Silseth, Kenneth; Pierroux, Palmyre – Cultural Studies of Science Education, 2020
Studies of education practices in science centers have found variation in how conceptual learning is supported, or scaffolded, on school field trips. This paper investigates the implications of scaffolding variations for how students make sense of a game-based exhibit that was designed to trigger interest and develop knowledge of scientific…
Descriptors: High School Students, Science Education, Field Trips, Science Teaching Centers
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Behrendt, Marc; Machtmes, Krisanna – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2016
Background: Photovoice is one method that enables an educator to view an experience from a student's perspective. This study examined how teachers might use photovoice during an informal learning experience to understand the students' experiences and experiential gain. Design and methods: Participants in this study consisted of six students, three…
Descriptors: Photography, Social Action, Teaching Methods, Informal Education