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Longitudinal Impact of an Inquiry-Based Science Program on Middle School Students' Attitudes toward Science.

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Gibson, Helen L.; Chase, Christopher – Science Education, 2002

Examines the long-term impact of the Summer Science Exploration Program (SSEP), a two-week, inquiry-based science camp conducted at Hampshire College in Amherst, MA from 1992-1994. Aims to stimulate greater interest in science and scientific careers among middle-school students. (Contains 26 references.) (Author/YDS)

Descriptors: Inquiry, Middle Schools, Science Education, Student Attitudes

Case Studies of an Inquiry-Based Science Programs' Impact on Students' Attitude towards Science and Interest in Science Careers.

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Gibson, Helen L. – 1998

The long term impact of inquiry-based science instruction is explored in this study that examines the relationship between an inquiry-based science program on students' attitudes towards science and interest in science careers several years after participation in the program. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the long term effects of the…

Descriptors: Career Awareness, Case Studies, Hands on Science, Inquiry