The document describes a research-based science curriculum designed by the author for middle school students aged 11-14 in Italy. The curriculum involves hands-on projects with living biological systems, including establishing an aquarium and breeding stick insects and silkworms. The projects aimed to improve student motivation and understanding of science concepts. Feedback from students indicated the hands-on learning helped improve their knowledge, confidence, and interest in science subjects.
CONTENT OUTLINE
▰INTRODUCTION
▰MAIN OBJECTIVES
▰SALIENT FEATURES
▰MATERIAL’S PRODUCED
▰MERITS
▰DEMERITS
PHILOSOPHY BEHIND HPP
▰Physics is for everyone.
▰A coherent selection within physics is possible.
▰Doing physics goes beyond physics.
▰Individual require a flexible course.
▰A multimedia system simulates better learning.
▰The time has come to teach science as one of the humanities.
▰Physics course should be rewarding to take.
▰Physics course should be rewarding to teach.
COURSE OUTLINE OF HARVARD PROJECT PHYSICS
▰CONCEPTS OF MOTION
▰MOTION IN THE HEAVENS
▰THE TRIUMPH OF MECHANICS
▰LIGHT AND ELECTROMAGNETISM
▰MODELS OF THE ATOM
▰THE NUCLEUS
MATERIAL’S PRODUCED
▰Textbook (Project Physics Text)
▰Tests
▰Handbook
▰Students Guide
▰Brief film loops
▰Student laboratory manual
CONCLUSION
▰The Harvard Project Physics curriculum is a masterpiece. Although this
was created in the 1960's and mainly in use during the 1970’s.
▰The adaptability of the materials would allow teachers incorporate new
teaching idea while still using the framework of Project Physics.
▰With a great deal of hands on activities and a focus on literacy, the
curriculum would meet the goals set forth by most school districts today.
▰HPP is a course that altered how all future science curriculums would be
developed.
Project work, Field trips, Laboratory work, Journal writing, concept mapping,...DeepanshuYadav2
The key focus and desired outcomes for Project Work are:
1. Communication
2. Students can express their ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written form.
3. Collaboration
4. Students can work as a team to achieve common goals.
5. Knowledge application
6. Students are able to make links across different areas of knowledge and to generate, develop and evaluate ideas and information related to the project.
7. Independent learning
8. Students are able to learn on their own, reflect on their learning and improve upon it.
CONTENT OUTLINE
▰INTRODUCTION
▰MAIN OBJECTIVES
▰SALIENT FEATURES
▰MATERIAL’S PRODUCED
▰MERITS
▰DEMERITS
PHILOSOPHY BEHIND HPP
▰Physics is for everyone.
▰A coherent selection within physics is possible.
▰Doing physics goes beyond physics.
▰Individual require a flexible course.
▰A multimedia system simulates better learning.
▰The time has come to teach science as one of the humanities.
▰Physics course should be rewarding to take.
▰Physics course should be rewarding to teach.
COURSE OUTLINE OF HARVARD PROJECT PHYSICS
▰CONCEPTS OF MOTION
▰MOTION IN THE HEAVENS
▰THE TRIUMPH OF MECHANICS
▰LIGHT AND ELECTROMAGNETISM
▰MODELS OF THE ATOM
▰THE NUCLEUS
MATERIAL’S PRODUCED
▰Textbook (Project Physics Text)
▰Tests
▰Handbook
▰Students Guide
▰Brief film loops
▰Student laboratory manual
CONCLUSION
▰The Harvard Project Physics curriculum is a masterpiece. Although this
was created in the 1960's and mainly in use during the 1970’s.
▰The adaptability of the materials would allow teachers incorporate new
teaching idea while still using the framework of Project Physics.
▰With a great deal of hands on activities and a focus on literacy, the
curriculum would meet the goals set forth by most school districts today.
▰HPP is a course that altered how all future science curriculums would be
developed.
Project work, Field trips, Laboratory work, Journal writing, concept mapping,...DeepanshuYadav2
The key focus and desired outcomes for Project Work are:
1. Communication
2. Students can express their ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written form.
3. Collaboration
4. Students can work as a team to achieve common goals.
5. Knowledge application
6. Students are able to make links across different areas of knowledge and to generate, develop and evaluate ideas and information related to the project.
7. Independent learning
8. Students are able to learn on their own, reflect on their learning and improve upon it.
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International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
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The independent, randomized controlled study conducted by SRI International*, compared the impact of the research-based, NGSS-aligned curriculum called Project-based Inquiry Science™ (“PBIS”), published by IT’S ABOUT TIME® (“IAT”), to traditional science curriculum materials for middle-school students in a large and diverse urban school district. The study focused on two areas of science: earth science (processes that shape the Earth’s surface) and physical science (energy).
3 Big Takeaways
1. Success: Students taught using the Project-based Inquiry Science curriculum materials outperformed students who were taught using standard science curriculum materials.
2. The Great Equalizer: Project-based Inquiry Science curriculum can help close the learning gaps among students of underrepresented demographics in STEM fields and level the field between girls and boys.
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Addressing the falling interest in school science in rural and remote areas u...James Cook University
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International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
Challenges of biology education for the 21st century - beyond bio2010 symposi...bio-link
Dr. Jay Labov, from the National Academy of Sciences and National Research Council, talks about how undergraduate biology education must change to meet the challenges of the 21st century
The presentation made at the Meeting of the International Union for Pure and Applied Physics Commission 13 on Physics and Development on 29 August 2009 at The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics, Trieste, Italy
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The study was focused on Physics teachers’ perception on the use of ethnoscience learning experiences for the teaching of secondary school Physics and its implication for curriculum implementation. Six research questions and six hypotheses were posited for the study. The cross sectional survey research design was employed for the study. 243 secondary school Physics teachers in three Urban Local Government Areas Port Harcourt, Obio Akpor and Eleme and four rural Local Government Areas Ikwerre, Khana, Ahoada East and Ahoada West in Rivers State, Nigeria were selected using the non proportional stratified random sampling technique. Data collecting instrument was titled “Ethnoscience Learning Experience for Physics Teaching Questionnaire” with a coefficient reliability index of 0.86 was used to elicit response from the respondents. Data was analyzed using frequency count, mean, and inferential statics of t test at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that the following themes Interaction of Matter, Space and Time, Conservative Principle, Waves Motion without material transfer and Fields at rest and in motion can be taught using ethnoscience learning experiences while themes such as Energy quantization and duality of matter and Physics in technology cannot be taught using ethnoscience learning experiences. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that stakeholders and planners of the secondary school Physics curriculum should consider the integration of ethnoscience learning experiences in the Physics curriculum in order to clarify those abstract concepts in learning of Physics. Aderonmu, Temitope S. B | Adolphus, Telima "Thinking through Ethnoscientific Scenarios for Physics Teaching: Implication for Curriculum Implementation" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-2 , February 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd38364.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/38364/thinking-through-ethnoscientific-scenarios-for-physics-teaching-implication-for-curriculum-implementation/aderonmu-temitope-s-b
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New NSF-backed, Independent Research Study Shows Project-Based Inquiry Curriculum Materials Has a Positive Effect on How Students Learn Science and on Leveling the STEM Playing Field.
NSF-backed study is the first to examine use by middle-school teachers and students of science curriculum aligned with the new Framework for K-12 Science Education and Next Generation Science Standards. The study used an NGSS-aligned curriculum called Project-Based Inquiry Science™ published by IT’S ABOUT TIME®.
The most profound finding to come out of the study indicates that students taught using project-based inquiry curriculum aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) substantially outperformed students taught using a traditional science curriculum. The results of the research have broad-reaching implications for the entire education spectrum — from classroom and student engagement, to teacher Professional Development, to education policies at the state and national level.
The independent, randomized controlled study conducted by SRI International*, compared the impact of the research-based, NGSS-aligned curriculum called Project-based Inquiry Science™ (“PBIS”), published by IT’S ABOUT TIME® (“IAT”), to traditional science curriculum materials for middle-school students in a large and diverse urban school district. The study focused on two areas of science: earth science (processes that shape the Earth’s surface) and physical science (energy).
3 Big Takeaways
1. Success: Students taught using the Project-based Inquiry Science curriculum materials outperformed students who were taught using standard science curriculum materials.
2. The Great Equalizer: Project-based Inquiry Science curriculum can help close the learning gaps among students of underrepresented demographics in STEM fields and level the field between girls and boys.
3. Teacher/Student Engagement Increases: The study shows that PBIS teachers in the study (who were all new to the curriculum) were more likely to engage their students.
Addressing the falling interest in school science in rural and remote areas u...James Cook University
Anderson, N., Courtney,L., Zee, R., & Hajhashemi, K. (2014). Addressing the falling interest in school science in rural and remote areas using experiments and science fairs. World Applied Science Journal (WASJ). 30(12), 1839-1851.
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Overview on Edible Vaccine: Pros & Cons with Mechanism
Claudia Maria Mazzanti: Living biological systems at school
1. Living biological systems at school, a
powerful learning experience in a
research-based curriculum design
PUBLIC SCHOOL IQBAL MASIH BIENTINA E BUTI
SECONDARY SCHOOL “F. Di Bartolo” di Buti (PI)
ITALY
Authors: Claudia Maria Mazzanti Ph.D in Marine Ecology
Francesca Bombaci,
Daniela Pieraccini and Carlo Fiorentini
3. Introduction
Today our discussion will be the journey I made
together with my students during the last school
year
In this brief presentation I’ll show only some of
the most interesting results,
My research has the aim to design a new
curriculum in science for students between
11 and 14 years old
4. Curriculum innovations
It is important to encourage students aged 13-
18 to study science. I agree with the following
words: “It is between these ages that young
people tend to choose major school subjects that
will influence their future career. At this crucial
point in their education they gravitate towards
or away from science and technology
studies”taken from Science it’s a girl thing
campaign
5. Curriculum innovations
Some of the issues around goals for student
learning in Italy are:
• Disparity between theory and practice
• Fragmented learning on modular programmes
• You need to build inclusive experiences
6. Curriculum innovations
Some of the issues around the learning process
are:
• Traditional passive transmission approaches
foster surface learning
• Divergence between research and teaching
• Poor student motivation
• Diversity of learner needs
7. Research and
innovation
• Research in education, carried out over more than
twenty years by National Centre of Research in
Education (CIDI) in Italy, has proved that a judicious
selection of the topics to explore is essential to the
design of a curriculum in science
• This requires a careful plan of meaningful learning
experiences and a thorough investigation of the main
factors that affect students’ learning.
8. Research and innovation
• Our educational methodology aims at enabling
students to acquire the concept of natural
phenomena by means of practical activities and
enquiry, stimulating discussions and
observations through oral and written
language. My colleagues of Technology and I work
together with a teacher specialized with students
with learning disabilities
9. Living biological
systems
Our pilot Science education program takes place in a
middle school, where our students, aged 11 to 14 years,
studied in depth ecology building an aquarium of 100 litres
with a community of tropical fish, plants and invertebrates.
• They had a unique opportunity to observe fish life and
even death: the unexpected killing of some newborn fish
led to the understanding of the first elements of the
natural selection processes.
10. Living biological
systems
• They are thus engaged as partners in the
learning process: an increase in
motivation and self esteem is the hidden
consequence of this approach.
• Science together with friendship and
discovery
11. Interviews
• The students interview the teachers on the
aquarium project for our on-line newsletter
called “DiBartoliamo”:
• Q: How did the project of the aquarium start?
• A: The idea was of two teachers: Claudia Mazzanti
and Francesca Bombaci
• Q: What is the aim of the project?
12. Interviews
• A: The project has two principal aims:
• Deepen the knowledge of vertebrate anatomy
• Acquire the knowledge of the main existing
relationships between organisms, building an
ecosystem and monitoring physical and chemical
parameters necessary for a correct maintenance
17. Grants for our
projects
• Our pilot project on living biological systems was
financed by a grant on Teaching Innovation
methodologies in Science given by the Region of Tuscany.
It was a grant given for three years from 2011 to 2014.
• The name of the project is Laboratori dei saperi
scientifici, L.S.S. Lab of scientific knowledge.It includes
more than 100 primary and secondary schools in
Tuscany, Italy
18. Grants for our project
• A scientific committee made of researchers and teachers
worked together with policy makers in order to support
innovation in schools. Our Public Secondary School was
selected and the grant assigned only if the project
followed particular standards
• Our aquarium had the following costs:
• 300 euros for the building and 150 euros for the
maintenance.
21. Living biological
systems
During the same school year our experience with biological
systems expanded to the breeding of stick insects
(Carausius morosus) and silkworms (Bombyx mori) to
understand the true meaning of “life cycle” and seasonality.
25. Breeding of
silkworms
They also observe the mouthparts and nourish
them with mulberry leaf . I received the eggs on
19th of April, the eggs hatched on 30th of April, we
counted more than 400 silkworms in 3 or 4 days. At
birth they were 3mm, after four days they were
6mm.
26. Breeding of
silkworms
• The eggs hatched at different times, so the bugs
had different lengths.
• The boys using the magnifying glass, are
collecting data on growth and observing any
change in color, shape and size .
28. Knowledge and
motivation
The interest of research in education is what influences the
learning process. I believe that only experiences that
involves creativity in thinking solutions in front of real
phenomena could impact on:
• Motivation
• Responsability and passion to scientific subjects. The
activity of enquiry, an approach to problemsolving is
what the student need, in order to be aware of his
potential ability in finding solutions to problems and
critical situations.
29. Ready to learn
• Last year when I proposed to my students the
building of an aquarium they put the evidence
on their lack of knowledge and were afraid of
killing all the fish.
• Now they are aware of all the risk of
neglecting and ready to raise other biological
systems
30. Motivation
• Practical experience and direct contact with living
biological systems motivated all students to
explore scientific subjects:
• in particular pupils with learning disabilities
improved their comprehension and use of
language, but they eventually become main
characters in the process of learning, finding
the courage to share their comments with their
peers.
31. Development Students’
motivation
The continuity of care and maintenance for the survival of
our biological system has given and is now giving to our
students the opportunity:
to become responsible, prepared and creative in
finding the habits of the organisms and eventually
personal solutions for their needs All these actions
promote motivation in our students
32. Well prepared for the
test
SELF CONFIDENCE AT THE EXAM
Students are always afraid of exams and test: what
happens in our project is that they are not afraid but
conscious and eager to write what they have learned,
I’ll show some images of their work at home and at
school:
35. What students
believe
• We are really satisfied of our work because we have
learned to look after our ecosystem, we improved our
collaboration we understand how a biological system
works and we are more competent in science.
• We have been very happy when our fish were born!!!
• Unfortunately many of them died but we take care of the
survivors….
36. CONCLUSIONS
• Learning science for our students is living the lab
every day, this has developed in them a strong and
real curiosity about every detail of living beings. It
has given them the opportunity to take care of
them and in particular has been invaluable for the
students with learning disabilities because a real
and deep awareness, emerged in them and will no
longer disappear..
37. CONCLUSIONS
• Guys need the support , you have to believe in
them
• Reinforce the behavior that brings to a choice
• Long time: helping students understand thing
don’t happen in a day
• Give personal answers to child needs
38. OUR OUTCOMES
• Development of skills and personal qualities.
• Development of a wide range of abilities: knowledge
creation;team-working; presentation; problem-solving;
creativity;
• Gaps in students’ knowledge, Incorporates a method
by which students can identify and fill gaps in their
knowledge base
• Allows theory to be explored within realistic
contexts
• Enquiries involve integration of knowledge
39. Good bye
• The image on the
slides is property of
Sergio Borghesi, an
Italian artist from
Volterra, Pisa, Italy
• I thank him and all
my colleagues.