Can we Improve Research Experiences to Better Address Nature of Science Concepts?

Presentation Type

Poster/Portfolio

Presenter Major(s)

Chemistry

Mentor Information

Deborah Herrington

Department

Chemistry

Location

Henry Hall Atrium 35

Start Date

11-4-2012 9:00 AM

Keywords

Physical Science, Social Science

Abstract

National and State education documents list elements of Nature of Science (NOS) as student learning outcomes for science programs. Furthermore, the National Science Teachers Association's position statement regarding NOS identifies nine key premises important to the understanding of NOS and calls for all those involved with science teaching and learning to have a common, accurate view of NOS. As NOS deals the construction of scientific knowledge, a research experience, where participants are involved in constructing scientific knowledge, should be considered important for developing a sound understanding of NOS. Our study examines the effects of a research experience for teachers, which is part of the Target Inquiry professional development program, on teachers' views of NOS, and compares teachers' views to those of experts, science research faculty. Moreover, we have examined additional strategies for improving teachers' understanding of NOS.

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Can we Improve Research Experiences to Better Address Nature of Science Concepts?

Henry Hall Atrium 35

National and State education documents list elements of Nature of Science (NOS) as student learning outcomes for science programs. Furthermore, the National Science Teachers Association's position statement regarding NOS identifies nine key premises important to the understanding of NOS and calls for all those involved with science teaching and learning to have a common, accurate view of NOS. As NOS deals the construction of scientific knowledge, a research experience, where participants are involved in constructing scientific knowledge, should be considered important for developing a sound understanding of NOS. Our study examines the effects of a research experience for teachers, which is part of the Target Inquiry professional development program, on teachers' views of NOS, and compares teachers' views to those of experts, science research faculty. Moreover, we have examined additional strategies for improving teachers' understanding of NOS.