ERIC Number: EJ1395656
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Publication Date: 2023
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Promoting Science Affinities through a Video Project in a Science, Technology, and Society (STS) Learning Approach
International Journal of Education in Mathematics, Science and Technology, v11 n4 p1073-1093 2023
Lack of awareness about the interconnections between Science, Technology, and Society and students' dislike of studying science have led to many environmental and social problems. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, students experienced difficulties accessing educational resources and demanded new programs to support their academic science experiences. This study designed a science outreach program, a video project competition using a science, technology, and society (STS) learning approach and explored its effects on 13 randomly selected students (Grades 4-11). This video project employed three foundational theories--identity formation, attitudes toward science, and growth mindset--to increase students' affinities in science and assess the program's effects. Pre-and post-survey data showed that the video project using the STS approach did not have statistically meaningful effects on the participants who had high achievement in STEM areas. However, their interviews suggested that this study helped to sustain and increase their affinities and science learning even during the Pandemic by involving them in the learning process, understanding Science and Technology in our society, and making decisions for society's future.
Descriptors: Science and Society, Science Teachers, Teacher Education, Technology, Science Education, Outreach Programs, Video Technology, Competition, Scientific Attitudes, Science Achievement, Learning Processes, COVID-19, Pandemics, Self Efficacy, Distance Education, STEM Education, Middle School Students, High School Students
International Journal of Education in Mathematics, Science and Technology. Necmettin Erbakan University, Ahmet Kelesoglu Education Faculty, Meram, Konya, 42090, Turkey. e-mail: ijermst@gmail.com; Web site: https://www.ijemst.net/index.php/ijemst/index
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; High Schools
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Language: English
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