Scientific method's application contexts for the development and evaluation of research skills in Higher-Education Learners

P Vázquez-Villegas, LA Mejía-Manzano… - Education …, 2023 - mdpi.com
The evolution of curricula in recent decades has given rise to multiple ways of teaching the
task of experimental science, through which research skills are developed. In this learning …

Computational thinking to learn environmental sustainability: A learning progression

D Christensen - Journal of science education and technology, 2023 - Springer
Current environmental problems are the primary focus for environmental science students
and researchers. Sustainable environmental solutions require interdisciplinary thought …

Teachers' perceptions of Brandon's Matrix as a framework for the teaching and assessment of scientific methods in school science

A Cullinane, J Hillier, A Childs, S Erduran - Research in Science …, 2023 - Springer
This article utilizes a framework for classifying different scientific methods suggested by a
philosopher of science (Brandon Synthese, 99, 59–73,) called Brandon's Matrix. It presents …

The method of observation in science education: Characteristic dimensions from an educational perspective

SF Kraus - Science & Education, 2024 - Springer
Observation is widely regarded as a fundamental way of studying nature. However, due to
its complexity, proposing a comprehensive characterization is challenging. Observation is a …

Fostering ecosystem understanding: The synergistic impact of inquiry-based instruction and information literacy

JH Lin, SC Yang, JY Lin - Computers & Education, 2024 - Elsevier
In the field of environmental education, it is crucial to obtain a profound understanding of
students' learning about ecosystem concepts, particularly with regard to the intricate …

Investigating preservice chemistry teachers' understanding and views about the diversity of scientific methods

H Liu, B Chen, K Chen, Y Jing - Journal of Chemical Education, 2023 - ACS Publications
The diversity of scientific methods has received increasing attention in the field of science
education. This paper aimed to investigate how preservice chemistry teachers perceive …

Redefining the scientific method: as the use of sophisticated scientific methods that extend our mind

A Krauss - PNAS nexus, 2024 - academic.oup.com
Scientific, medical, and technological knowledge has transformed our world, but we still
poorly understand the nature of scientific methodology. Science textbooks, science …

Designing activities to develop statistical literacy in primary pupils while conducting physics laboratory work in informal settings

J Medová, Z Sedmáková, B Uhrecký, Ľ Valovičová - Education Sciences, 2022 - mdpi.com
According to the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2015
measurements, Slovak primary school pupils commonly can reach some below average …

Developing knower legitimation among disadvantaged learners during a science fair project planning intervention

A Stott - Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and …, 2024 - ejmste.com
Science fair projects require knowledge-building (knower legitimation), whereas school
science focuses on knowledge reproduction (knowledge legitimation), particularly in …

The IndagApp mobile app: an inquiry-based science teaching resource: usability evaluation with pre-service teachers

I Yánez-Pérez, RB Toma… - Journal of New …, 2024 - Springer
Virtual laboratories and simulations have emerged as innovative solutions for science
teaching. However, existing resources have various limitations and constraints including …