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Research paper thumbnail of Sınıf Öğretmenlerinin Eğitici Çizgi Romanlar ile İlgili Görüşleri

Eğitim ve Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi

Bu araştırmanın amacı sınıf öğretmenlerinin eğitici çizgi romanlar ile ilgili görüşlerini incelem... more Bu araştırmanın amacı sınıf öğretmenlerinin eğitici çizgi romanlar ile ilgili görüşlerini incelemektir. Bu amaç ile çizgi roman ile ilgili alanyazın taraması yapılmıştır. Bu doğrultuda; çizgi romanların ne olduğu, çizgi romanların temel özellikleri, çizgi romanların tarihsel gelişimi, çizgi romanların ülkemizdeki tarihsel gelişimi ile ilgili bilgiler verilmiştir. Eğitici çizgi romanların çeşitli değişkenler üzerindeki etkisini araştıran yurtiçi ve yurtdışında yapılan araştırmalar incelenmiştir. Yapılan çalışmalar, çizgi romanların daha çok ortaokul ve lise öğrencileri ile sosyal bilgiler, fen bilimleri, tarih dersleri ve dil öğretimi süreçlerinde kullanıldığını göstermektedir. İlkokul düzeyinde eğitici çizgi roman kullanımı ve bu alanda gerçekleştirilen çalışmalar sınırlıdır. Bu neden ile çalışmada sınıf öğretmenlerinin ilkokul düzeyinde eğitici çizgi romanlar ile ilgili görüşleri araştırılmıştır. Araştırma nitel araştırma yöntemlerinde olgubilimsel desen ile yürütülmüştür. Veri top...

Research paper thumbnail of Flipped Classroom Implementation in Science Teaching

International Online Journal of Education and Teaching, 2020

Along with the fast development in the internet technologies, every day new learning and teaching... more Along with the fast development in the internet technologies, every day new learning and teaching approaches are introduced and implemented. In this context, the aim of this research is to reveal the effect of Flipped Classroom model on the academic success of the students for the subject of Interaction of Matter with Heat of 8th grade Science course and opinions of students on the Flipped Classroom Model. Study group of the research consists of a total of 63 8th grade students, studied in a state middle school located in the central part of city of Konya during the 2017-2018 school year. In the research, mixed method, a method that allows integration of research results via utilization of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods conjointly is used. As the quantitative data collection tool, "Success Test" developed by a group of four, consisting of four professionalist science teachers and researchers, and as the qualitative data collection tool, "Semi-Structured Review" form, developed by the researcher have been used. In the research, a quasi-experimental design with a posttest control group has been used. As the result of the research; It was concluded that the academic achievement of the experimental group was statistically significant and positively higher than the control group. Students consisting the experimental group has expressed that with the flipped classroom application, their success and their participation to the class has improved and they found this method to be more fun than listening to the lecturing as per the current program requires. Also, the students have stated their absence of internet access at home and the problems they encounter due to hardware inadequacies of their computers are the drawbacks of the implementation.

Research paper thumbnail of Probleme Dayalı Öğrenme Yaklaşımına İlişkin Fen Eğitimi Alanında Yapılan Bilimsel Çalışmaların İncelenmesi

International Journal of New Approaches in Social Studies, 2020

Öz: Bu çalışma, ülkemizde fen eğitiminde probleme dayalı öğrenmeyi konu alarak yapılan çalışmalar... more Öz: Bu çalışma, ülkemizde fen eğitiminde probleme dayalı öğrenmeyi konu alarak yapılan çalışmaları belirlemek amacıyla literatür taraması yapılarak gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bu çalışma için 2010-2020 yılları arasında, Probleme Dayalı Öğrenme (PDÖ) yaklaşımında fen eğitimi alanında yayınlanmış çalışmalar belirlenen kriterler doğrultusunda incelemeye alınmıştır. Bu çalışma kapsamında incelenen tüm yayınlar; yayın türü, seçilen örneklem grubu, araştırma yöntemi, ele alınan ünite ve konu, araştırmada tercih edilen veri toplama araçları ve yayın yılı gibi kriterlere göre değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışmada probleme dayalı öğrenme yaklaşımında 40 yüksek lisans tezi,15 doktora tezi ve 29 makale bu incelemeye dahil edilmiştir. Çalışmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden biri olan doküman incelemesiyle veriler toplanmıştır. Verilerin analizi için betimsel analiz kullanılarak yüzde, frekans hesaplamaları yardımı ile analiz gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda; probleme dayalı öğrenme ile ilgili yapılan yayınlarda en çok tercih edilen yöntemin nicel araştırma olduğu, yayın türü çeşidi olarak en fazla yüksek lisans tezleri ardından makale çalışmalarının yapıldığı en az ise doktora tezlerinin yürütüldüğü tespit edilmiştir. PDÖ çalışmalarında çalışma grubu olarak ortaokul öğrencilerinin ardından lisans eğitimi alan öğrencilerle araştırmaların yürütüldüğü belirlenmiştir. Ölçme aracı olarak ise başarı testi ve tutum ölçeğinin daha yoğun kullanıldığı ancak farklı birçok veri toplama aracının tercih edildiği sonucuna varılmıştır. Anahtar Kelimeler: Probleme dayalı öğrenme, fen eğitimi, eğitim yaklaşımları. Abstract: This study has been carried out in order to determine the studies conducted in science education in our country on the basis of problem-based learning. For this study, in the field of problem based learning for science education; studies published between 2010-202 on science education have been scrutinized in line with the determined criteria. All the publications reviewed within the scope of this study have been examined in line with the criteria such as the type of publication, sample group selected, research method, the unit and subject treated, data collection tools preferred in the research and the year of publication. 40 master's theses, 15 dissertations and 29 essay written on the subject of problem based learning approach have been taken into consideration. In the study, data was collected through document analysis, which is one of the qualitative research methods. For the analysis of data, descriptive analysis method is utilized and the process is completed with the help of percentage and frequency calculations. As a result of the study, it is observed that while quantitative research method is the most common method for the publications made on the subject of problem based learning and while most of the publications made on this field are master's theses, essays are the second most common type and dissertations are the last. It is observed that while secondary school students were the most preferred study group in problem-based learning studies, graduate students were also often chosen as a sample group. It was concluded that while success tests and attitude scales were used more frequently as measurement tools, various data collection tools are preferred

Research paper thumbnail of EXAMINATION OF ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOKS PUBLISHED IN TURKEY FOR AGES 5-8 IN TERMS OF FORMAT, ILLUSTRATIONS AND CONTENT 1

International Journal of Eurasia Social Sciences , 2020

In this study, it is aimed to examine illustrated children's books published in Turkey for ages 5... more In this study, it is aimed to examine illustrated children's books published in Turkey for ages 5-8 in terms of format, illustrations and content. In the research, the books of 15 publishing houses that published 50 or more children's books were examined. The books were analyzed through the "Illustrated Children's Book Evaluation Form" created by the researcher. The data obtained are digitized and shown as percentage and frequency in the tables. As a result of the examination, it was observed that while the publication date is shown in all books, 63.1% of the books do not show the age information their covers. In terms of format, it has been concluded that the majority of the books are suitable for cover, binding, font size and page layout, the picture-text relationship is suitable in picture analysis, and partly suitable in developing the child's dream world. In terms of content, it was concluded that the subject is suitable for the age group, that the spiritual state of the protagonists is explanatory, and the language and expression are plain and understandable. It was concluded that the main theme is suitable for age group, understanding the message, problem solving skill, language and expression, plotting, curiosity, being simple to complex, and embodying abstract concepts.

Research paper thumbnail of Analysis of the Effect of Web 2.0 Tools on Pre-Service Classroom Teachers' Science Teaching Self-Efficacy Beliefs and Attitudes towards Science Teaching

International Journal of Eurasian Education and Culture, 2020

The changes and developments in science and technology around the world have resulted in changes ... more The changes and developments in science and technology around the world have resulted in changes in expectations from teachers, because new skills are added such as digitalization of instruction which teachers are expected to possess in the 21st century. The use of Web 2.0-based tools in the field of education offers an alternative to traditional classroom teaching-learning environments. Producing, modifying and sharing information paves the way for Web 2.0 tools to be used in the learning and teaching process. This research aims to analyze the effect

Research paper thumbnail of International Journal of Educational Methodology Investigation of Pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 Rapid Content Development Self-Efficacy Belief Levels and their Views on Web 2.0 Tools

International Journal of Educational Methodology , 2020

The aim of this study was to examine the pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 rapid content development ... more The aim of this study was to examine the pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 rapid content development self-efficacy belief levels and their opinions about Web 2.0 tools. The study was carried out by using "convergent parallel mixed design". In the academic year of 2019-2020, 254 pre-service teachers voluntarily participated in the quantitative part of the study and 30 pre-service teachers voluntarily participated in the qualitative part. "Web 2.0 Rapid Content Development Self-Efficacy Belief Scale of Pre-Service Teachers" was used as quantitative data collection tool. In order to collect qualitative data, a semi-structured interview form was prepared by the researchers. While the quantitative data obtained from the pre-service teachers were analyzed with the T Test and ANOVA, the qualitative data were analyzed using the content analysis technique. As a result of the study, pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 rapid content development self-efficacy belief levels do not differ significantly in terms of gender variable. On the other hand, a significant difference was observed in self-efficacy belief level scores among different departments. Also, the pre-service teachers expressed positive opinions regarding the use of WEB 2.0 tools in the educational environment such as class group formation, presentation preparation and virtual classroom applications.

Research paper thumbnail of Analyzing the Secondary School Students' Anxiety towards Science Course in Terms of a Number of Variables

European Journal of Educational Research , 2019

This study aims to investigate the anxiety levels of secondary school students towards science co... more This study aims to investigate the anxiety levels of secondary school students towards science course depending on a number of variables. Research sample consists of 2245 students who continue their education at public schools in Denizli (west of Turkey) in the academic year of 2017-2018. "Anxiety Scale for Science Course and "Personal Information Form" are used as data collection tools in the research. SPSS 22.0 package program is used for analysis of the data. Descriptive survey model is used in research. Parametric tests including One-Way ANOVA and independent samples t-test are used for analyzing data. As a result of the research, it is found out that secondary school students' science anxiety levels significantly differ depending on the variables such as class level, the grade they received in science course, scientific books they read, the documentaries they watch, enjoying the science course and science teacher, educational level of parents, reviewing what they learn in science course and experiencing parental pressure for studying science course. However, there is found no significant difference between students' anxiety levels in terms of gender and their getting support while studying science.

Research paper thumbnail of EXAMINING OF THE REASONS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ANXIETY ABOUT SCIENCE COURSE

Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi , 2019

One of the most important factors affecting learning is the level of students’ anxiety towards th... more One of the most important factors affecting
learning is the level of students’ anxiety towards the
course. This study aims to identify the reasons that
cause anxiety on students towards science course. The
study was conducted in the fall semester of 2017-2018
academic year and 296 secondary school students in
total in 6th, 7th and 8th grades participated in the
study. The study is survey model. The students are
used a form as a data collection tool consisting of a
single open-ended question. According to the findings
of the research, the students attribute the reasons of
science anxiety to the course itself (55,4%), teachers
(26,7%), their own inadequacies (3,4%), social
environments (4,1%), their past experiences (1,7%)
and professional anxieties (3,4%).While 2,4 % of the
students claim that almost everything makes them
anxious about science course; 3 percent of the students
express nothing of any anxiety towards science course.
The findings of this study are thought to play a guiding
role for parents and teachers when coping with
students’ science anxiety. Understanding the reasons
of science anxiety is also crucial for eliminating
students anxiety.

Research paper thumbnail of Effectiveness of Concept Cartoons on 7th Grade Students' Understanding of "the Structure and Properties of Matter"

Journal of TURKISH SCIENCE EDUCATION, 2018

The aim of this study is to determine the effect of concept cartoons on 7th grade students' acqui... more The aim of this study is to determine the effect of concept cartoons on 7th grade students' acquiring the concepts in "The Structure and Properties of Matter" chapter. To reach this aim concept cartoons involving students' preconceptions and alternative conceptions about the concepts in the unit were developed. The data of the research was collected via the Structure and Properties of Matter's Concept Test (SPMCT) and semi-structured interviews. The sample of the research consisted of 49 grade 7 students in total, 24 students in experimental group and 25 students in control group. SPMCT prepared by considering the alternative conceptions obtained via the outcome of literature analysis was applied as a pre-test. And then, the unit of "the structure and properties of matter" with prepared concept cartoons was studied. At the end of the study, SPMCT was applied to the students as a post-test. At the end of the research, it was ascertained that students had varied alternative conceptions about studied concept, some of them learned the concepts of the structure and properties of matter at a level of knowledge, but were inadequate in applying them. In addition, the students chosen from the experimental group were interviewed with the intent of promoting the test results. As a result of analyzing the test and interview, it was ascertained that the application decreased the alternative conceptions on the structure and properties of the matter existing in students, did not reveal new alternative conceptions and got the students comprehend the subjects better.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of Instruction With Augmented Reality Astronomy Cards On 7th Grade Students’ Attitudes Towards Astronomy and Academic Achievement.pdf

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology , 2017

In this study, it was tried to investigate the effect of the augmented reality cards on teaching.... more In this study, it was tried to investigate the effect of the augmented reality cards on teaching. For this purpose, the effect of the reality cards designed for astronomy subjects on students' attitudes towards astronomy, the effect on academic achievement and the opinions of students about reality cards were evaluated. Mixed method was used as research method in the study which quantitative and qualitative data were collected together. The study group consisted of 53 students studying in the seventh grade of a state school located in Erdemli district of Mersin province. Within this scope, a branch in the school was defined as experimental group including 26 students, and another branch as control group including 27 students. During the "Solar System and Beyond" unit, the subject was taught with augmented reality cards in the experimental group, while the control group was not intervened. The implementation continued throughout the unit. Attitudes towards astronomy scale and achievement test were applied as pre-test and post-test before and after implementation. In addition, open-ended interviews were held with two lower, middle and upper level students in the experimental group in terms of academic achievement. As a result of the analyzes, it was seen that both groups showed a positive change in their attitudes towards astronomy and an increase in the academic achievement on astronomy when the groups were examined within themselves. When the groups were compared, statistically significant difference was found in favor of the experimental group in both attitude and academic achievement. As a result of the interviews conducted with the students, the results revealed that they liked the augmented reality cards very much, could not really distinguish the images from the real objects, as if the planets were indeed in their classes and they learned much more easily.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of Education Thematıc Films on Classroom Teacher Candidates’ Motivation to Teach and Attitudes Towards Teaching Profession .pdf

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology , 2017

It is thought that the use of education thematic films in teacher education and the teacher-stude... more It is thought that the use of education thematic films in teacher education and the teacher-student relations in films will be an example for teacher candidates, therefore it can affect the attitudes towards the profession and the motivation of teaching. In this context; the aim of the research is to examine the effect of education thematic films on classroom teacher candidates' motivation to teach and attitudes towards teaching profession. An explanatory design model has been used in the research that one of the mixed method designs. Explanatory design; requires qualitative data for the purpose of supporting, explaining and interpreting quantitative data (Patton, 2002). Research was conducted with 3rd year students; In the spring semester of the 2016-2017 academic year, Mersin University Faculty of Education Classroom Teacher Education Department. The "Motivation to Teach Scale" developed by Kauffman, Yilmaz-Soylu and Duke (2011) and adapted to Turkish by Ayık, Ataş Akdemir, Seçer (2015) and "Attitude Scale for Teaching Profession" developed by Üstüner (2006) were used for data collection tools in this research. As a result of the analysis, it is possible to say that the films watched during the implementation process have positive effects on teacher motivation and attitudes towards the teaching profession. In order to develop the teachers' motivation to teach and their attitudes towards the teaching profession, it is possible to make all students in the faculty watch the education thematic films on certain days and establish a qualified film archive within the faculty for reaching more teacher cadidates. INTRODUCTION In today's world of rapidly improving knowledge and technology, information-generating societies are one step ahead of societies in the world that consume knowledge in order to create both economic development, wealth and prosperity. Therefore, the education of the individuals who will shape the future and produce information and technology gains more importance every day (Yavuz and Coşgun, 2008). Teachers are the first factor in ensuring that individuals get a good education. The fact that the teachers are qualified also ensures the qualified education of the individuals they train. In this respect, our primary goal should be to train qualified teachers. Teachers with such power to influence on the people are expected to have good motivations and attitudes towards this profession as well as cognitive field competences such as knowledge and skills. Because it is very important to make this profession fondly and willingly in order to be successful in the teaching profession, which requires patience, dedication and continuous work (Akşar and Erden, 1987).

Research paper thumbnail of Investigation of The Factors Influencing Teaching Profession Choices of Pedagogical Formation Trainees

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology , 2017

This study aims to investigate the factors influencing teaching profession choices of pedagogical... more This study aims to investigate the factors influencing teaching profession choices of pedagogical formation trainees. Survey model was used in the study in which quantitative and qualitative data were collected, aiming to describe any situation as either are in the past or present. The study group of the research consists of 420 teacher candidates trained in Pedagogical Formation at Mersin University Faculty of Education in 2016-2017 academic year. In the research "Personal Information Form" which aims to reveal the personal characteristics of the teacher candidates developed by the researchers and "Motivations For Teaching Scale" developed by Watt & Richardson (2007) and adapted to Turkish by Eren & Tezel (2010) has been used as a quantitative data collection tool. The open-ended questionnaire developed by the researchers was used as a qualitative data collection tool. The general results of the study show that the teaching profession is preferred because of intrinsic, extrinsic and altruistic motivational reasons. Some situations in which internal causes are more effective, such as the reasonable workload, the duration of a vacation, satisfactory fees; gender is not a significant variable; the variation of age group and department make a difference in the individuals' motivation to teach are the main findings of the research. From this point forth, it can be referred that the reason for choosing the teaching profession is multidimensional. The results of the study reveal that pedagogical formation trainees have similar reasons for career choice as teacher candidates in teacher training institutions.In this sense, it is considered that there is a need to determine the implementations that can be made for the teaching profession choices of pedagogical formation trainees and to examine the effectiveness of these implementations.

Research paper thumbnail of The Evaluation of the Effect of a Newly Designed Computer Game on 7th Grade Students’ Motivation Towards Science and Agression

EURASIA Journal of Mathematics Science and Technology Education, 2017

In this study, it is aimed to design a computer game for the 7th grade Science lesson and evaluat... more In this study, it is aimed to design a computer game for the 7th grade Science lesson and evaluate the effect of the computer game on students' motivation and aggression. The quasi-experimental method has been selected as a quantitative method of research. The study group of the research is comprised of 444 7th grade students in total studying in 7 different schools chosen from each region of Turkey. In this context, while there is no interference in one of the two 7th grade classrooms from each school, the other is sustained with a computer game as an additional material to the teaching process. The application proceeded through 2014-2015 academic year. Motivation towards Science and aggression scale have been applied to all groups three times; at the beginning of the first term, at the beginning of the second term and at the end of the second term. As a result of the research, the computer game is found to generate a meaningful difference on behalf of the experimental group and to have no effect on aggression. Computer games meet the deficiencies of a conventional educational system by promoting learning via games and creating an engaging atmosphere helping students increase their motivation.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect Of The Computer Game Developed For The 7th Grade Science Lesson, On Student’s Self-Efficacy Toward Science

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2015

Human being starts learning about life via games. Therefore games have always maintained their im... more Human being starts learning about life via games. Therefore games have always maintained their importance and have always been interesting since the beginning of the human life. Games are being moved from streets to virtual platforms today as information Technologies are considerably progressing. And because of that, computer games are one of the entertainments for people today, especially for the children of school age. Analysing the literature, we find the computer games to have many positive effects on children's performance at school. In this research, the effect of the computer game developed for the 7th grade science lesson, on student's self-efficacy toward science is studied. Quasi-experimental design is used as the quantitative research method. The study group consists of 444 7th grade students in total attending to 7 different schools chosen from 7 different regions in Turkey. In this context, while there has not been any interference to the students attending to one of the 7th grade classrooms chosen from each school, the other students are provided with the computer game which is developed in the context of the application as an additional exercise. Seven experimental groups and seven control groups were chosen from each region in total one of which is the control group and the other is experimental group. "Science Self-Efficacy Scale" was drawn on as the data collection tool. The scale was applied two times in total, the first of which was before the application and the second after the application. As the result of the study, the developed computer game is determined to be an effective material in increasing the students' self-efficacy toward Science. In addition, It is concluded that there are regional differences regarding the students' self efficacy.

Research paper thumbnail of From The Perspective Of Preservice Teachers, The Accomplishment Levels Of Primary School Teachers' Effective Teacher Attitudes In Science Lessons

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2015

The aim of this study is to determine to what extent the Primary School Teachers can accomplish t... more The aim of this study is to determine to what extent the Primary School Teachers can accomplish the effective teacher attitudes in science lessons. In this context, the observations of 83 primary school preservice teachers, who studied teaching practice course, have been used. In order to determine the accomplishment levels of primary school teachers' effective teacher attitudes in science lessons, the preservice teachers have been asked to observe the primary school teachers in the schools they attend for the practice lessons and the accomplishment levels of science education teacher'seffective teacher attitudes has been determined via an observation form including 25 questions in total. Descriptive-survey research has been used in the study and the data have been analyzed through frequency and percentage. When the findings of the study have been evaluated in terms of the preservice teachers' observations, it has been concluded that the teachers prepare the setting for the active participation of all the students in the lesson and they are tolerant for the mistakes the students make during the learning process. However, it has also been concluded that the teachers do not state the objectives of the lesson clearly and definitely, they do not take the interest levels of the students into consideration and they do not spare enough time for the students to think about the answers after they ask the questions.

Research paper thumbnail of A Computer Game Implementatıon: Indıvıdually Or In A Group

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2015

In this research, the effect of playing a computer game individually or in a group on students' a... more In this research, the effect of playing a computer game individually or in a group on students' academic achievements was investigated. In addition, it was determined that whether students gender significantly differ or not according to playing the computer game individually or in a group. In this study, among the experimental research designs, Solomon research model was used. In the study carried out in the first semester of 2014-2015 academic year at a public school, a total of 90 students took part as 2 experimental (n=45)-2 control groups (n=45). A science computer game that was played on the internet. Students in experimental groups played the science game as three people in groups in addition to science lessons. Students in control gorups played the game on computer individually. The implementation process lasted 16 weeks. For the analysis of "Academic Achievement Test" ANOVA was used. When the findings from the study were evaluated, a significant difference was determined between students who played the game individually or in a group, in favour of students who played the computer game in a group. As the findings were assessed in terms of gender, there was no significant difference between female and male students in terms of playing the computer game in a group or individually.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effects of Class Attendance on Academic Achievement and the Views of Preservice Teachers about Attendance and Absenteeism

Mediterranean Journal of Educational Research, 2013

It is an important element that students should attend the class regularly to be successful in al... more It is an important element that students should attend the class regularly to be successful in all educational institutions practicing formal education. The aim of the research is to stduy the relation between the academic achievement and class attendance rank of 46 preservice teachers attending the 4th grade of the department of science education in primary education in Pamukkale University. This reserach in which the mixed method was used adopted both quantitative adn qualitative research techniques. In this research survey model is adopted from the point of quantitative method and case study model is adopted from the point of qualitative method. The paradigm of the reserach from the point of quantitative method is constituted by science preservice teachers taking astronomy lessons. Intentional sample selection is adopted in the reserach. The data of the reserach gathered adopting the technique semi-structured interview techniques from the point of qualitative method. The semi-structured interviews are recorded by tape recorder, then, the research data is observed as thematic turning the records into detailed written documentary and content is analysed. Either directly or indirectly, both intramaturally and extramaturally,education is a process of assisting individuals edify and acquire knowledge,skill and understanding essential for having a part in community life. School is an educational organisation in which students are made obtain terminal behaviours,knowledge and skill in accordance with fundamentals and general and special purposes of the education system through scientific methods (Demirtas and Gunes,2003,s.109). Attendance of students must be implemented in order that the school can carry out its functions. Active participation principle is carried out thorugh the implemention of students' attendance. Education oriented motivation level of students attending classes increases when active participation is used as a base. Academic achievement is defined as students' achievement level of the intended behaviours in school life(Silah, 2003, s. 103). Academic achievement in higher education is used as a criterion in determining whether the students obtained the terminal behaviours or not. Besides, higher education is a significant criterion in job and academic career applications later on. In brief, ensuring the students' attendance increases the academic achievements and the increase in students' achievements can insure their getting a good job, having an academic career and leading a comfortable life. It is observed in literature that limited study has been done related to attendance and absenteeism. These studies can be summarized like the followings; Kadı(2000) searched the constant absenteeism reasons of secondary school students in Adana. In his research Pehlivan(2006) extracted three different results consisting of reasons arise from students; from students' pedagogical conditions and from students' private conditions. In a research named "the reasons for the absenteeism of students and the reflection of absenteeism in academic achievement" Altınkurt(2008) has reached 6 different results arising from personal reasons, academic _____________

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of Teaching Materials Determined according to the Model 5e in Resolving the Misconceptions Frictional Electricity

Mediterranean Journal of Educational Research, 2013

This study investigates if the misconceptions of frictional electricity among primary students ca... more This study investigates if the misconceptions of frictional electricity among primary students can be resolved by the teaching materials determined according to the model 5E. Study groups of the research consist of 62 students, attending the 7th grade, in totaly 32 for the experimantal group, 30 for the control group, in a public school in Denizli. The concept test, determined regarding the misconception acquired as a result of a literature review, is applied to the two groups as the pre-test. After a while, considered enough, the lesson "Frictional Electricity" is explained to the students reorganising the teaching metarials according to the model 5E. At the end of the lesson the concept test is applied to the both groups as the post-test. As a result of examining the pre-test and post-test results, it is observed that the performed application has scaled down the existing misconceptions on the lesson "Frictional Electricity." And, it is found that there is a meaningful difference between the experimental group and control group.

Research paper thumbnail of Sınıf Öğretmenlerinin Eğitici Çizgi Romanlar ile İlgili Görüşleri

Eğitim ve Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi

Bu araştırmanın amacı sınıf öğretmenlerinin eğitici çizgi romanlar ile ilgili görüşlerini incelem... more Bu araştırmanın amacı sınıf öğretmenlerinin eğitici çizgi romanlar ile ilgili görüşlerini incelemektir. Bu amaç ile çizgi roman ile ilgili alanyazın taraması yapılmıştır. Bu doğrultuda; çizgi romanların ne olduğu, çizgi romanların temel özellikleri, çizgi romanların tarihsel gelişimi, çizgi romanların ülkemizdeki tarihsel gelişimi ile ilgili bilgiler verilmiştir. Eğitici çizgi romanların çeşitli değişkenler üzerindeki etkisini araştıran yurtiçi ve yurtdışında yapılan araştırmalar incelenmiştir. Yapılan çalışmalar, çizgi romanların daha çok ortaokul ve lise öğrencileri ile sosyal bilgiler, fen bilimleri, tarih dersleri ve dil öğretimi süreçlerinde kullanıldığını göstermektedir. İlkokul düzeyinde eğitici çizgi roman kullanımı ve bu alanda gerçekleştirilen çalışmalar sınırlıdır. Bu neden ile çalışmada sınıf öğretmenlerinin ilkokul düzeyinde eğitici çizgi romanlar ile ilgili görüşleri araştırılmıştır. Araştırma nitel araştırma yöntemlerinde olgubilimsel desen ile yürütülmüştür. Veri top...

Research paper thumbnail of Flipped Classroom Implementation in Science Teaching

International Online Journal of Education and Teaching, 2020

Along with the fast development in the internet technologies, every day new learning and teaching... more Along with the fast development in the internet technologies, every day new learning and teaching approaches are introduced and implemented. In this context, the aim of this research is to reveal the effect of Flipped Classroom model on the academic success of the students for the subject of Interaction of Matter with Heat of 8th grade Science course and opinions of students on the Flipped Classroom Model. Study group of the research consists of a total of 63 8th grade students, studied in a state middle school located in the central part of city of Konya during the 2017-2018 school year. In the research, mixed method, a method that allows integration of research results via utilization of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods conjointly is used. As the quantitative data collection tool, "Success Test" developed by a group of four, consisting of four professionalist science teachers and researchers, and as the qualitative data collection tool, "Semi-Structured Review" form, developed by the researcher have been used. In the research, a quasi-experimental design with a posttest control group has been used. As the result of the research; It was concluded that the academic achievement of the experimental group was statistically significant and positively higher than the control group. Students consisting the experimental group has expressed that with the flipped classroom application, their success and their participation to the class has improved and they found this method to be more fun than listening to the lecturing as per the current program requires. Also, the students have stated their absence of internet access at home and the problems they encounter due to hardware inadequacies of their computers are the drawbacks of the implementation.

Research paper thumbnail of Probleme Dayalı Öğrenme Yaklaşımına İlişkin Fen Eğitimi Alanında Yapılan Bilimsel Çalışmaların İncelenmesi

International Journal of New Approaches in Social Studies, 2020

Öz: Bu çalışma, ülkemizde fen eğitiminde probleme dayalı öğrenmeyi konu alarak yapılan çalışmalar... more Öz: Bu çalışma, ülkemizde fen eğitiminde probleme dayalı öğrenmeyi konu alarak yapılan çalışmaları belirlemek amacıyla literatür taraması yapılarak gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bu çalışma için 2010-2020 yılları arasında, Probleme Dayalı Öğrenme (PDÖ) yaklaşımında fen eğitimi alanında yayınlanmış çalışmalar belirlenen kriterler doğrultusunda incelemeye alınmıştır. Bu çalışma kapsamında incelenen tüm yayınlar; yayın türü, seçilen örneklem grubu, araştırma yöntemi, ele alınan ünite ve konu, araştırmada tercih edilen veri toplama araçları ve yayın yılı gibi kriterlere göre değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışmada probleme dayalı öğrenme yaklaşımında 40 yüksek lisans tezi,15 doktora tezi ve 29 makale bu incelemeye dahil edilmiştir. Çalışmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden biri olan doküman incelemesiyle veriler toplanmıştır. Verilerin analizi için betimsel analiz kullanılarak yüzde, frekans hesaplamaları yardımı ile analiz gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda; probleme dayalı öğrenme ile ilgili yapılan yayınlarda en çok tercih edilen yöntemin nicel araştırma olduğu, yayın türü çeşidi olarak en fazla yüksek lisans tezleri ardından makale çalışmalarının yapıldığı en az ise doktora tezlerinin yürütüldüğü tespit edilmiştir. PDÖ çalışmalarında çalışma grubu olarak ortaokul öğrencilerinin ardından lisans eğitimi alan öğrencilerle araştırmaların yürütüldüğü belirlenmiştir. Ölçme aracı olarak ise başarı testi ve tutum ölçeğinin daha yoğun kullanıldığı ancak farklı birçok veri toplama aracının tercih edildiği sonucuna varılmıştır. Anahtar Kelimeler: Probleme dayalı öğrenme, fen eğitimi, eğitim yaklaşımları. Abstract: This study has been carried out in order to determine the studies conducted in science education in our country on the basis of problem-based learning. For this study, in the field of problem based learning for science education; studies published between 2010-202 on science education have been scrutinized in line with the determined criteria. All the publications reviewed within the scope of this study have been examined in line with the criteria such as the type of publication, sample group selected, research method, the unit and subject treated, data collection tools preferred in the research and the year of publication. 40 master's theses, 15 dissertations and 29 essay written on the subject of problem based learning approach have been taken into consideration. In the study, data was collected through document analysis, which is one of the qualitative research methods. For the analysis of data, descriptive analysis method is utilized and the process is completed with the help of percentage and frequency calculations. As a result of the study, it is observed that while quantitative research method is the most common method for the publications made on the subject of problem based learning and while most of the publications made on this field are master's theses, essays are the second most common type and dissertations are the last. It is observed that while secondary school students were the most preferred study group in problem-based learning studies, graduate students were also often chosen as a sample group. It was concluded that while success tests and attitude scales were used more frequently as measurement tools, various data collection tools are preferred

Research paper thumbnail of EXAMINATION OF ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOKS PUBLISHED IN TURKEY FOR AGES 5-8 IN TERMS OF FORMAT, ILLUSTRATIONS AND CONTENT 1

International Journal of Eurasia Social Sciences , 2020

In this study, it is aimed to examine illustrated children's books published in Turkey for ages 5... more In this study, it is aimed to examine illustrated children's books published in Turkey for ages 5-8 in terms of format, illustrations and content. In the research, the books of 15 publishing houses that published 50 or more children's books were examined. The books were analyzed through the "Illustrated Children's Book Evaluation Form" created by the researcher. The data obtained are digitized and shown as percentage and frequency in the tables. As a result of the examination, it was observed that while the publication date is shown in all books, 63.1% of the books do not show the age information their covers. In terms of format, it has been concluded that the majority of the books are suitable for cover, binding, font size and page layout, the picture-text relationship is suitable in picture analysis, and partly suitable in developing the child's dream world. In terms of content, it was concluded that the subject is suitable for the age group, that the spiritual state of the protagonists is explanatory, and the language and expression are plain and understandable. It was concluded that the main theme is suitable for age group, understanding the message, problem solving skill, language and expression, plotting, curiosity, being simple to complex, and embodying abstract concepts.

Research paper thumbnail of Analysis of the Effect of Web 2.0 Tools on Pre-Service Classroom Teachers' Science Teaching Self-Efficacy Beliefs and Attitudes towards Science Teaching

International Journal of Eurasian Education and Culture, 2020

The changes and developments in science and technology around the world have resulted in changes ... more The changes and developments in science and technology around the world have resulted in changes in expectations from teachers, because new skills are added such as digitalization of instruction which teachers are expected to possess in the 21st century. The use of Web 2.0-based tools in the field of education offers an alternative to traditional classroom teaching-learning environments. Producing, modifying and sharing information paves the way for Web 2.0 tools to be used in the learning and teaching process. This research aims to analyze the effect

Research paper thumbnail of International Journal of Educational Methodology Investigation of Pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 Rapid Content Development Self-Efficacy Belief Levels and their Views on Web 2.0 Tools

International Journal of Educational Methodology , 2020

The aim of this study was to examine the pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 rapid content development ... more The aim of this study was to examine the pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 rapid content development self-efficacy belief levels and their opinions about Web 2.0 tools. The study was carried out by using "convergent parallel mixed design". In the academic year of 2019-2020, 254 pre-service teachers voluntarily participated in the quantitative part of the study and 30 pre-service teachers voluntarily participated in the qualitative part. "Web 2.0 Rapid Content Development Self-Efficacy Belief Scale of Pre-Service Teachers" was used as quantitative data collection tool. In order to collect qualitative data, a semi-structured interview form was prepared by the researchers. While the quantitative data obtained from the pre-service teachers were analyzed with the T Test and ANOVA, the qualitative data were analyzed using the content analysis technique. As a result of the study, pre-service teachers' Web 2.0 rapid content development self-efficacy belief levels do not differ significantly in terms of gender variable. On the other hand, a significant difference was observed in self-efficacy belief level scores among different departments. Also, the pre-service teachers expressed positive opinions regarding the use of WEB 2.0 tools in the educational environment such as class group formation, presentation preparation and virtual classroom applications.

Research paper thumbnail of Analyzing the Secondary School Students' Anxiety towards Science Course in Terms of a Number of Variables

European Journal of Educational Research , 2019

This study aims to investigate the anxiety levels of secondary school students towards science co... more This study aims to investigate the anxiety levels of secondary school students towards science course depending on a number of variables. Research sample consists of 2245 students who continue their education at public schools in Denizli (west of Turkey) in the academic year of 2017-2018. "Anxiety Scale for Science Course and "Personal Information Form" are used as data collection tools in the research. SPSS 22.0 package program is used for analysis of the data. Descriptive survey model is used in research. Parametric tests including One-Way ANOVA and independent samples t-test are used for analyzing data. As a result of the research, it is found out that secondary school students' science anxiety levels significantly differ depending on the variables such as class level, the grade they received in science course, scientific books they read, the documentaries they watch, enjoying the science course and science teacher, educational level of parents, reviewing what they learn in science course and experiencing parental pressure for studying science course. However, there is found no significant difference between students' anxiety levels in terms of gender and their getting support while studying science.

Research paper thumbnail of EXAMINING OF THE REASONS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ANXIETY ABOUT SCIENCE COURSE

Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi , 2019

One of the most important factors affecting learning is the level of students’ anxiety towards th... more One of the most important factors affecting
learning is the level of students’ anxiety towards the
course. This study aims to identify the reasons that
cause anxiety on students towards science course. The
study was conducted in the fall semester of 2017-2018
academic year and 296 secondary school students in
total in 6th, 7th and 8th grades participated in the
study. The study is survey model. The students are
used a form as a data collection tool consisting of a
single open-ended question. According to the findings
of the research, the students attribute the reasons of
science anxiety to the course itself (55,4%), teachers
(26,7%), their own inadequacies (3,4%), social
environments (4,1%), their past experiences (1,7%)
and professional anxieties (3,4%).While 2,4 % of the
students claim that almost everything makes them
anxious about science course; 3 percent of the students
express nothing of any anxiety towards science course.
The findings of this study are thought to play a guiding
role for parents and teachers when coping with
students’ science anxiety. Understanding the reasons
of science anxiety is also crucial for eliminating
students anxiety.

Research paper thumbnail of Effectiveness of Concept Cartoons on 7th Grade Students' Understanding of "the Structure and Properties of Matter"

Journal of TURKISH SCIENCE EDUCATION, 2018

The aim of this study is to determine the effect of concept cartoons on 7th grade students' acqui... more The aim of this study is to determine the effect of concept cartoons on 7th grade students' acquiring the concepts in "The Structure and Properties of Matter" chapter. To reach this aim concept cartoons involving students' preconceptions and alternative conceptions about the concepts in the unit were developed. The data of the research was collected via the Structure and Properties of Matter's Concept Test (SPMCT) and semi-structured interviews. The sample of the research consisted of 49 grade 7 students in total, 24 students in experimental group and 25 students in control group. SPMCT prepared by considering the alternative conceptions obtained via the outcome of literature analysis was applied as a pre-test. And then, the unit of "the structure and properties of matter" with prepared concept cartoons was studied. At the end of the study, SPMCT was applied to the students as a post-test. At the end of the research, it was ascertained that students had varied alternative conceptions about studied concept, some of them learned the concepts of the structure and properties of matter at a level of knowledge, but were inadequate in applying them. In addition, the students chosen from the experimental group were interviewed with the intent of promoting the test results. As a result of analyzing the test and interview, it was ascertained that the application decreased the alternative conceptions on the structure and properties of the matter existing in students, did not reveal new alternative conceptions and got the students comprehend the subjects better.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of Instruction With Augmented Reality Astronomy Cards On 7th Grade Students’ Attitudes Towards Astronomy and Academic Achievement.pdf

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology , 2017

In this study, it was tried to investigate the effect of the augmented reality cards on teaching.... more In this study, it was tried to investigate the effect of the augmented reality cards on teaching. For this purpose, the effect of the reality cards designed for astronomy subjects on students' attitudes towards astronomy, the effect on academic achievement and the opinions of students about reality cards were evaluated. Mixed method was used as research method in the study which quantitative and qualitative data were collected together. The study group consisted of 53 students studying in the seventh grade of a state school located in Erdemli district of Mersin province. Within this scope, a branch in the school was defined as experimental group including 26 students, and another branch as control group including 27 students. During the "Solar System and Beyond" unit, the subject was taught with augmented reality cards in the experimental group, while the control group was not intervened. The implementation continued throughout the unit. Attitudes towards astronomy scale and achievement test were applied as pre-test and post-test before and after implementation. In addition, open-ended interviews were held with two lower, middle and upper level students in the experimental group in terms of academic achievement. As a result of the analyzes, it was seen that both groups showed a positive change in their attitudes towards astronomy and an increase in the academic achievement on astronomy when the groups were examined within themselves. When the groups were compared, statistically significant difference was found in favor of the experimental group in both attitude and academic achievement. As a result of the interviews conducted with the students, the results revealed that they liked the augmented reality cards very much, could not really distinguish the images from the real objects, as if the planets were indeed in their classes and they learned much more easily.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of Education Thematıc Films on Classroom Teacher Candidates’ Motivation to Teach and Attitudes Towards Teaching Profession .pdf

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology , 2017

It is thought that the use of education thematic films in teacher education and the teacher-stude... more It is thought that the use of education thematic films in teacher education and the teacher-student relations in films will be an example for teacher candidates, therefore it can affect the attitudes towards the profession and the motivation of teaching. In this context; the aim of the research is to examine the effect of education thematic films on classroom teacher candidates' motivation to teach and attitudes towards teaching profession. An explanatory design model has been used in the research that one of the mixed method designs. Explanatory design; requires qualitative data for the purpose of supporting, explaining and interpreting quantitative data (Patton, 2002). Research was conducted with 3rd year students; In the spring semester of the 2016-2017 academic year, Mersin University Faculty of Education Classroom Teacher Education Department. The "Motivation to Teach Scale" developed by Kauffman, Yilmaz-Soylu and Duke (2011) and adapted to Turkish by Ayık, Ataş Akdemir, Seçer (2015) and "Attitude Scale for Teaching Profession" developed by Üstüner (2006) were used for data collection tools in this research. As a result of the analysis, it is possible to say that the films watched during the implementation process have positive effects on teacher motivation and attitudes towards the teaching profession. In order to develop the teachers' motivation to teach and their attitudes towards the teaching profession, it is possible to make all students in the faculty watch the education thematic films on certain days and establish a qualified film archive within the faculty for reaching more teacher cadidates. INTRODUCTION In today's world of rapidly improving knowledge and technology, information-generating societies are one step ahead of societies in the world that consume knowledge in order to create both economic development, wealth and prosperity. Therefore, the education of the individuals who will shape the future and produce information and technology gains more importance every day (Yavuz and Coşgun, 2008). Teachers are the first factor in ensuring that individuals get a good education. The fact that the teachers are qualified also ensures the qualified education of the individuals they train. In this respect, our primary goal should be to train qualified teachers. Teachers with such power to influence on the people are expected to have good motivations and attitudes towards this profession as well as cognitive field competences such as knowledge and skills. Because it is very important to make this profession fondly and willingly in order to be successful in the teaching profession, which requires patience, dedication and continuous work (Akşar and Erden, 1987).

Research paper thumbnail of Investigation of The Factors Influencing Teaching Profession Choices of Pedagogical Formation Trainees

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology , 2017

This study aims to investigate the factors influencing teaching profession choices of pedagogical... more This study aims to investigate the factors influencing teaching profession choices of pedagogical formation trainees. Survey model was used in the study in which quantitative and qualitative data were collected, aiming to describe any situation as either are in the past or present. The study group of the research consists of 420 teacher candidates trained in Pedagogical Formation at Mersin University Faculty of Education in 2016-2017 academic year. In the research "Personal Information Form" which aims to reveal the personal characteristics of the teacher candidates developed by the researchers and "Motivations For Teaching Scale" developed by Watt & Richardson (2007) and adapted to Turkish by Eren & Tezel (2010) has been used as a quantitative data collection tool. The open-ended questionnaire developed by the researchers was used as a qualitative data collection tool. The general results of the study show that the teaching profession is preferred because of intrinsic, extrinsic and altruistic motivational reasons. Some situations in which internal causes are more effective, such as the reasonable workload, the duration of a vacation, satisfactory fees; gender is not a significant variable; the variation of age group and department make a difference in the individuals' motivation to teach are the main findings of the research. From this point forth, it can be referred that the reason for choosing the teaching profession is multidimensional. The results of the study reveal that pedagogical formation trainees have similar reasons for career choice as teacher candidates in teacher training institutions.In this sense, it is considered that there is a need to determine the implementations that can be made for the teaching profession choices of pedagogical formation trainees and to examine the effectiveness of these implementations.

Research paper thumbnail of The Evaluation of the Effect of a Newly Designed Computer Game on 7th Grade Students’ Motivation Towards Science and Agression

EURASIA Journal of Mathematics Science and Technology Education, 2017

In this study, it is aimed to design a computer game for the 7th grade Science lesson and evaluat... more In this study, it is aimed to design a computer game for the 7th grade Science lesson and evaluate the effect of the computer game on students' motivation and aggression. The quasi-experimental method has been selected as a quantitative method of research. The study group of the research is comprised of 444 7th grade students in total studying in 7 different schools chosen from each region of Turkey. In this context, while there is no interference in one of the two 7th grade classrooms from each school, the other is sustained with a computer game as an additional material to the teaching process. The application proceeded through 2014-2015 academic year. Motivation towards Science and aggression scale have been applied to all groups three times; at the beginning of the first term, at the beginning of the second term and at the end of the second term. As a result of the research, the computer game is found to generate a meaningful difference on behalf of the experimental group and to have no effect on aggression. Computer games meet the deficiencies of a conventional educational system by promoting learning via games and creating an engaging atmosphere helping students increase their motivation.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect Of The Computer Game Developed For The 7th Grade Science Lesson, On Student’s Self-Efficacy Toward Science

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2015

Human being starts learning about life via games. Therefore games have always maintained their im... more Human being starts learning about life via games. Therefore games have always maintained their importance and have always been interesting since the beginning of the human life. Games are being moved from streets to virtual platforms today as information Technologies are considerably progressing. And because of that, computer games are one of the entertainments for people today, especially for the children of school age. Analysing the literature, we find the computer games to have many positive effects on children's performance at school. In this research, the effect of the computer game developed for the 7th grade science lesson, on student's self-efficacy toward science is studied. Quasi-experimental design is used as the quantitative research method. The study group consists of 444 7th grade students in total attending to 7 different schools chosen from 7 different regions in Turkey. In this context, while there has not been any interference to the students attending to one of the 7th grade classrooms chosen from each school, the other students are provided with the computer game which is developed in the context of the application as an additional exercise. Seven experimental groups and seven control groups were chosen from each region in total one of which is the control group and the other is experimental group. "Science Self-Efficacy Scale" was drawn on as the data collection tool. The scale was applied two times in total, the first of which was before the application and the second after the application. As the result of the study, the developed computer game is determined to be an effective material in increasing the students' self-efficacy toward Science. In addition, It is concluded that there are regional differences regarding the students' self efficacy.

Research paper thumbnail of From The Perspective Of Preservice Teachers, The Accomplishment Levels Of Primary School Teachers' Effective Teacher Attitudes In Science Lessons

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2015

The aim of this study is to determine to what extent the Primary School Teachers can accomplish t... more The aim of this study is to determine to what extent the Primary School Teachers can accomplish the effective teacher attitudes in science lessons. In this context, the observations of 83 primary school preservice teachers, who studied teaching practice course, have been used. In order to determine the accomplishment levels of primary school teachers' effective teacher attitudes in science lessons, the preservice teachers have been asked to observe the primary school teachers in the schools they attend for the practice lessons and the accomplishment levels of science education teacher'seffective teacher attitudes has been determined via an observation form including 25 questions in total. Descriptive-survey research has been used in the study and the data have been analyzed through frequency and percentage. When the findings of the study have been evaluated in terms of the preservice teachers' observations, it has been concluded that the teachers prepare the setting for the active participation of all the students in the lesson and they are tolerant for the mistakes the students make during the learning process. However, it has also been concluded that the teachers do not state the objectives of the lesson clearly and definitely, they do not take the interest levels of the students into consideration and they do not spare enough time for the students to think about the answers after they ask the questions.

Research paper thumbnail of A Computer Game Implementatıon: Indıvıdually Or In A Group

The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2015

In this research, the effect of playing a computer game individually or in a group on students' a... more In this research, the effect of playing a computer game individually or in a group on students' academic achievements was investigated. In addition, it was determined that whether students gender significantly differ or not according to playing the computer game individually or in a group. In this study, among the experimental research designs, Solomon research model was used. In the study carried out in the first semester of 2014-2015 academic year at a public school, a total of 90 students took part as 2 experimental (n=45)-2 control groups (n=45). A science computer game that was played on the internet. Students in experimental groups played the science game as three people in groups in addition to science lessons. Students in control gorups played the game on computer individually. The implementation process lasted 16 weeks. For the analysis of "Academic Achievement Test" ANOVA was used. When the findings from the study were evaluated, a significant difference was determined between students who played the game individually or in a group, in favour of students who played the computer game in a group. As the findings were assessed in terms of gender, there was no significant difference between female and male students in terms of playing the computer game in a group or individually.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effects of Class Attendance on Academic Achievement and the Views of Preservice Teachers about Attendance and Absenteeism

Mediterranean Journal of Educational Research, 2013

It is an important element that students should attend the class regularly to be successful in al... more It is an important element that students should attend the class regularly to be successful in all educational institutions practicing formal education. The aim of the research is to stduy the relation between the academic achievement and class attendance rank of 46 preservice teachers attending the 4th grade of the department of science education in primary education in Pamukkale University. This reserach in which the mixed method was used adopted both quantitative adn qualitative research techniques. In this research survey model is adopted from the point of quantitative method and case study model is adopted from the point of qualitative method. The paradigm of the reserach from the point of quantitative method is constituted by science preservice teachers taking astronomy lessons. Intentional sample selection is adopted in the reserach. The data of the reserach gathered adopting the technique semi-structured interview techniques from the point of qualitative method. The semi-structured interviews are recorded by tape recorder, then, the research data is observed as thematic turning the records into detailed written documentary and content is analysed. Either directly or indirectly, both intramaturally and extramaturally,education is a process of assisting individuals edify and acquire knowledge,skill and understanding essential for having a part in community life. School is an educational organisation in which students are made obtain terminal behaviours,knowledge and skill in accordance with fundamentals and general and special purposes of the education system through scientific methods (Demirtas and Gunes,2003,s.109). Attendance of students must be implemented in order that the school can carry out its functions. Active participation principle is carried out thorugh the implemention of students' attendance. Education oriented motivation level of students attending classes increases when active participation is used as a base. Academic achievement is defined as students' achievement level of the intended behaviours in school life(Silah, 2003, s. 103). Academic achievement in higher education is used as a criterion in determining whether the students obtained the terminal behaviours or not. Besides, higher education is a significant criterion in job and academic career applications later on. In brief, ensuring the students' attendance increases the academic achievements and the increase in students' achievements can insure their getting a good job, having an academic career and leading a comfortable life. It is observed in literature that limited study has been done related to attendance and absenteeism. These studies can be summarized like the followings; Kadı(2000) searched the constant absenteeism reasons of secondary school students in Adana. In his research Pehlivan(2006) extracted three different results consisting of reasons arise from students; from students' pedagogical conditions and from students' private conditions. In a research named "the reasons for the absenteeism of students and the reflection of absenteeism in academic achievement" Altınkurt(2008) has reached 6 different results arising from personal reasons, academic _____________

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of Teaching Materials Determined according to the Model 5e in Resolving the Misconceptions Frictional Electricity

Mediterranean Journal of Educational Research, 2013

This study investigates if the misconceptions of frictional electricity among primary students ca... more This study investigates if the misconceptions of frictional electricity among primary students can be resolved by the teaching materials determined according to the model 5E. Study groups of the research consist of 62 students, attending the 7th grade, in totaly 32 for the experimantal group, 30 for the control group, in a public school in Denizli. The concept test, determined regarding the misconception acquired as a result of a literature review, is applied to the two groups as the pre-test. After a while, considered enough, the lesson "Frictional Electricity" is explained to the students reorganising the teaching metarials according to the model 5E. At the end of the lesson the concept test is applied to the both groups as the post-test. As a result of examining the pre-test and post-test results, it is observed that the performed application has scaled down the existing misconceptions on the lesson "Frictional Electricity." And, it is found that there is a meaningful difference between the experimental group and control group.