Journal of Korean Elementary Science Education (한국초등과학교육학회지:초등과학교육)

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Qualitative Inquiry on Factor for Improving Elementary and Secondary Students' Positive Experiences about Science

초등학생과 중학생의 과학긍정경험 향상 요인에 대한 질적 탐구

  • Received : 2020.03.06
  • Accepted : 2020.04.09
  • Published : 2020.05.31
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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the factor for improving elementary and secondary students' positive experiences about science (PES). In-depth interviews with 32 students and 8 teachers from 8 elementary and secondary Science Core schools were conducted to explore the factors for improving the student's PES. The analysis of the results reveal that the eight key factors which had a decisive impact on a student's PES were 'practice-centered exploratory activities', 'student-led class', 'positive and professional feedback', 'construction of knowledge through exploration', 'class considering student's interest and aptitude', 'use of materials related to real life', 'smooth communication and collaboration in group activities', and 'appropriate difficulty in learning content'. There were also five environmental factors that affected these key factors: 'teacher's professionalism for science classes', 'science class environment', 'teacher community in unit schools', 'change in curriculum', and 'scientific activities other than regular classes'. Based on these results, the practical implications for improving the student's PES are suggested.

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