ERIC Number: EJ1078845
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-1307-9298
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Students' Opinions on the Light Pollution Application
Özyürek, Cengiz; Aydin, Güliz
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, v8 n1 p55-68 2015
The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of computer-animated concept cartoons and outdoor science activities on creating awareness among seventh graders about light pollution. It also aims to identify the views of the students on the activities that were carried out. This study used one group pre-test/post-test experimental design model with 30 seventh graders. The data in the study were collected via open-ended questions on light pollution and semi-structured interview questions. The open-ended questions on light pollution were administered as a pre-test and a post-test. After the post-test was administered, semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven students. The data collected from the open-ended questions and semi-structured interviews were qualitatively analysed and quotes from the students' statements were included. Looking at the answers of the students to questions on light pollution, it was understood that the activities that were carried out were effective. Furthermore, all of the students that were interviewed made positive statements about the activities that were carried out.
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Light, Pollution, Animation, Cartoons, Science Education, Science Activities, Outdoor Education, Grade 7, Pretests Posttests, Semi Structured Interviews, Qualitative Research, Instructional Effectiveness, Foreign Countries, Secondary School Science, Environment, Natural Resources, Economic Factors, Learning Activities
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education. T&K Akademic Rosendalsvein 45, Oslo 1166, Norway. e-mail: iejee@iejee.com; Web site: http://www.iejee.com
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 7; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Elementary Education; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey
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