Development Of Primary Students Research Articles

Impact of an inquiry-based science activity about climate change on development of primary students’ investigation skills and conceptual knowledge

Climate change is one of the major challenges facing society today and more effective education is needed on this topic. This study analysed the effects of an inquiry-based science activity about climate change effects in ocean ecosystems, done in a research laboratory and in the classroom, on primary students’ knowledge, investigation skills and satisfaction. Data were collected through the application of pretests and posttests, direct observation, questionnaires, interviews and document analysis. Results revealed an increase in students’ scientific knowledge and application to new situations. Regarding investigation skills, all students were able to make predictions, and to easily observe and register data. However, experimental planning and conclusions were more difficult for them. Students and teachers emphasised their satisfaction with the outdoor activity, teamwork and the subject. The present study revealed a positive effect of the participation in the inquiry-based activity, embedded on a socio-scientific issue, in students’ conceptual knowledge and in the development of investigation skills.

비판적 리터러시 활동을 통한 초등학생의 영어 발화 및 비판적 사고력 함양

The purpose of the present study is to investigate the effects of critical literacy instruction on the development of critical thinking ability and productive skills in primary English lessons. Children’s literature was utilized to provide language input and stimulate the development of critical thinking skills. The research questions of the study were as follows: 1) What are the effects of critical literacy instruction using children’s literature on the development of primary students’ English productive skills? 2) What are the effects of critical literacy instruction using children’s literature on the development of primary students’ critical thinking ability? In an attempt to answer these questions, the author selected 31 fifth-grade students and taught the 16-week English lessons using children’s literature. Data from diverse sources were collected and analyzed in a qualitative manner. The data analysis yielded the following results: First, the critical literacy instruction using children’s literature had a positive influence on students’ English learning in terms of improving spoken and written English ability. Using language input-providing and thought-provoking activities, the students were motivated to produce the target language to create meanings at their own ability levels. Secondly, the students were encouraged to enhance critical thinking performance. They proposed ideas and provided justifiable reasons in different and more convincing ways. They raised some issues and suggested solutions, and were also able to understand multiple perspectives. Based on the results, some implications of the study were provided.

CÁC DỰ ÁN HỌC TẬP VỀ LỊCH SỬ, ĐỊA LÍ ĐỊA PHƯƠNG TỈNH PHÚ YÊN THEO HƯỚNG PHÁT TRIỂN NĂNG LỰC HỌC SINH TIỂU HỌC

CÁC DỰ ÁN HỌC TẬP VỀ LỊCH SỬ, ĐỊA LÍ ĐỊA PHƯƠNG TỈNH PHÚ YÊN THEO HƯỚNG PHÁT TRIỂN NĂNG LỰC HỌC SINH TIỂU HỌC

A Multiple Intelligences Development of Primary Students by Supporting Teachers and Students’ Ability

A Multiple Intelligences Development of Primary Students by Supporting Teachers and Students’ Ability

Using collaborative teaching and inquiry project-based learning to help primary school students develop information literacy and information skills

Information literacy and information technology (IT) skills have become increasingly important in today's knowledge society. Many studies have shown that students from primary school to postgraduate lack crucial information literacy and IT skills, hence there is a need for an effective pedagogical approach that will develop these skills. This study investigated the effect of combining a collaborative teaching approach with inquiry project-based learning (PjBL) on the development of primary students' information literacy and IT skills. Students in a Hong Kong primary school completed two inquiry-based group projects. A collaborative teaching approach involving three teachers in different subject areas (general studies, Chinese, and IT) and the school librarian was adopted in guiding students through the two projects. Results indicate that this program had a positive impact of on the development of different dimensions of the students' information literacy and IT skills.

The development of students' information literacy and IT skills via inquiry PBL and collaborative teaching

AbstractRecent research has shown that inquiry‐based learning and project‐based learning (PBL) are better than the traditional didactic approach in promoting various learning outcomes. There is also a large literature on how collaboration among different teachers can enhance student learning. In Hong Kong, inquiry‐based learning has been integrated into the General Studies curriculum. This study investigated the effects of an intervention that used a collaborative teaching approach and inquiry project‐based learning on the development of primary students' information literacy and information technology skills. Students in a Hong Kong primary school completed two inquiry‐based group projects as part of their General Studies curriculum. A collaborative teaching approach involving three teachers with different specialties (Language [Chinese], IT, and General Studies) and a school librarian was taken in guiding students through the two projects. Results indicated the positive impact of collaborative teaching and inquiry PBL on the development of students' information literacy and IT skills.