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A Study on Pre-Service Teachers' Perception of Learning Environment in Earth Science with Using Virtual Reality (VR): An Exploratory Case  

Shin, Myeong-Kyeong (Science Education, Gyeongin National University of Education)
Kim, Hee-Soo (Earth Sciece Education, Kongju National University)
Kim, Jong-Heon (Earth Sciece Education, Kongju National University)
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Journal of the Korean earth science society / v.27, no.3, 2006 , pp. 269-278 More about this Journal
Abstract
In this study, we used Virtual Reality (VR) materials on an introductory earth science course consisted of thirty six pre-service science teacher program students. Before and after class an instrument of Constructivist Learning Environment Survey (CLES) was administered. The main focus of the CLES was to evaluate how the classroom was prepared for student centered learning environment. The pre and post tests of student perceptions regarding their learning environment were compared in six domains: personal relevance, critical voice, shared control, student negotiation, scientific uncertainty, and attitude. Questionnaire regarding the general perception of the VR materials was administered as well. How future science teachers valued the use of VR materials in their classrooms was found from this study. Based on these results, we intend to contribute for a more complete understanding of the potential of VR materials in achieving better learner-centered classroom environment.
Keywords
constructivist learning environment; virtual reality; changes of perception;
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