Esof2010 elisabeth engum
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A Norwegian study aimed to increase students' scientific literacy and interest in science by having them participate in science projects. The study involved over 800 students who took part in science-focused projects from 2008 to 2010. Results showed that the students had an overall positive appreciation of the projects and that hands-on practical work in science lessons improved students' attitudes towards science. Participating in authentic learning experiences outside the classroom, like visiting research institutions, further motivated students to pursue scientific subjects in university.
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Esof2010 elisabeth engum
- 1. A Scientist Goes To School Why?
- 2. Science performance in PISA 2006. Source: Norwegian PISA report “Tid for tunge løft” Goal: increase students’ scientific literacy as well as motivate scientific interest
- 3. SET - Results 2008-2010 (n=828) Overall appreciation of the projects AQ1 - Influence of practical work in science lessons on attitudes (n=556) Source: Elma Dijkstra & Martin Goedhart (2010) “ CarboSchools – Evaluation and Attitudes Research”
- 4. Authentic learning Bring the students outside of the classroom Visit research institutions and industries which demand a degree in scientific subjects Scientific skilled teachers
- 5. “ Learning Geo-science with you and through your projects has showed that I want to study Geo-science in University, which means that I need to do an extra year in upper secondary school to get a major in mathematics and physics as well” Anne-Grethe (18 years old)