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İstanbul Aydın Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi, 2023

This case study describes preservice science teachers' lesson plans to use virtual trip instructi... more This case study describes preservice science teachers' lesson plans to use virtual trip instructional materials in a science center. The participants consist of six preservice science teachers selected through purposeful sampling. The data collection tool is the Lesson Plan Worksheet developed by the researchers. Data were collected through these worksheets filled out by the participants. The data were subjected to descriptive analysis within the framework created by the researchers. In the analysis of the lesson plans prepared by preservice science teachers, it was seen that they clearly stated their purpose, designed activities in accordance with the purpose, and included elements to capture students' attention at the beginning of the lesson. It can be said that all lesson plans were designed around the virtual trip center. However, the plans did not specify how to use the virtual trip effectively, and none of the participants included any other method or technique besides traditional techniques such as working sheets and question-answer in their lesson plans. Preservice science teachers were seen to design activities conducive to active engagement in their lesson plans. This was interpreted as an effort by the participants to create a student-centered instructional environment. However, shortcomings were identified, such as the lack of explanation on promoting active engagement and the absence of information on how the assessment would be conducted. It is thought that the deficiencies in the lesson plans prepared by the preservice teachers would reflect negatively on the lesson practices. It is believed that incorporating learner-centered methods rather than traditional methods into the education of preservice teachers would be beneficial in overcoming these shortcomings.

Chemistry: Bulgarian Journal of Science Education, 2016

The aim of this study was to investigate the high school students’ misconceptions about the magn... more The aim of this study was to investigate the high school students’
misconceptions about the magnetism. A diagnostic test concerning this concept was
developed and administered to 98 eleventh grade students. Students are 16-17 years
old. Students’ respondents for the test were analyzed. This study identified a number
of misconceptions about the magnetism. We suggest that the results can be utilized in
research that develops teaching strategies to overcome students’ misconceptions.

International Journal of Curriculum and Instruction, 2023

The application of internet technology to distance education has resulted in exciting advancement... more The application of internet technology to distance education has resulted in exciting advancements. However,
the obstacles encountered reduced this enthusiasm. Integration of distance education and face-to-face
education has been the focus of more research in recent years. For both learning environments to be effective,
students' opinions about these environments are important. The aim of this study is to investigate the views
about teaching environments of students who share the same environment in face-to-face education
preceding distance education, distance education and face-to-face education following distance education.
This research is a survey study. The universe of the survey comprises of 12th grade students enrolled in high
schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education in Turkey in the 2021–2022 academic year. Due to
the COVID-19 pandemic in their 10th grade, these students have transitioned from face-to-face education to
distance education. These students have engaged in both face-to-face and distance education with the same
classmates and teachers. Within the scope of the survey, 622 high school students were administered a
questionnaire. The analysis of the questionnaire responses yielded findings on topics such as teaching
environment materials, in-class communication, active participation, and teaching focus. According to
students, after distance education, teachers use the smart board more efficiently. At the same time, more
blackboards are being used in science and mathematics courses than before distance education. It has been
determined that distant education classroom communication is problematic. It has been determined that
face-to-face education is preferred by students over distance education. Students believe that some face-to
face courses can be taught remotely. However, it is understood that students prefer face-to-face science and
mathematics instruction to distance education. It has been discovered that the majority of students believe
there is a difference between face-to-face education before and after distance education. It has been
established that the number of students who believe that classroom discussions occur in face-to-face science
and mathematics courses has fallen dramatically after distance education compared to before distance
education.

International e-Journal of Educational Studies, 2023

This study is a qualitative case study conducted to examine the deficiencies and needs for the im... more This study is a qualitative case study conducted to examine the deficiencies and needs for the implementation of the
investigative inquiry program in physics classes. The study was carried out at Science High School (SHS), Anatolian High
School (AHS), and Technical Vocational High School within the scope of purposeful sampling determined according to
school type. In the study, observations were made in physics classes. Interviews were conducted with the teachers of the
observed classes. The obtained data were subjected to descriptive analysis. Observation and interview data were interpreted
together. It was observed that the teachers had classroom discussions over the daily life examples and models in the lesson.
It can be said that teachers try to create an inquiry-based teaching environment in this way. It can be said that teachers are
willing to teach based on inquiry, but they see some situations as obstacles in practice. Some suggestions are presented in
the context of the research results. It is thought that the results of this study and the suggestions made will help teachers and
administrators plan and set up activities for in-service training.

International Journal of Eurasian Education and Culture, 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between the attitudes of pre-service sc... more The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between the attitudes of pre-service
science teachers regarding group work and their group work experiences. In addition, the
purpose is to investigate the findings of group self-assessment and individual self-assessment for
pre-service teachers who participate in group work. In this study, pre-service science teachers
participated in group work comparable to the Lesson Study application. Group work consists of
making lesson plans and lectures. Before the application process began, teaching candidates'
views toward group work were examined. At the conclusion of the practice, a self-assessment of
group work was conducted. In this study, a mixed methodology was employed. The quantitative
and qualitative research results were individually examined and then jointly interpreted.
According to the findings of the study, pre-service science teachers' attitudes toward group work
were positive prior to the application. It is considered that this initial positive attitude
considerably affects group work. Prior to group work, it was uncertain if pre-service teachers
preferred group versus individual work. After the completion of the group activity, it was
determined that all participants were pleased with the work process. At the conclusion of the
application, the majority of participants reported that they appreciated the significance of
teamwork and cooperation. It has been discovered that, in group work, group members take into
account one another's thoughts and suggestions and work in harmony. It is believed that the
participants' favorable attitude toward the group members' understanding and assistance led to
this outcome. It is thought that effective in the perspectives of all groups about planning and task
distribution that the group work was well planned. It was established that nearly all of the
participants desired to take part in a similar group study again. It has become apparent that pre
service teachers believe the group work adds to cooperation and professional experience. In this
context, it is felt that using group work akin to Lesson Study to train teacher candidates is
advantageous.

Shanlax International Journal of Education, 2022

The aim of this study was to determine the in-service training needs of physics teachers for the... more The aim of this study was to determine the in-service training needs of physics teachers for the
inquiry-based curricula. The survey method was used in the research. In-Service Training Needs
Determination Questionnaire for Physics Teachers developed by the researchers is consist of three
components, demographic information and teaching profession knowledge, physics teaching in
Likert scale. The questionnaire was applied to the probability sampling. A total of 374 physics
teachers participated in the survey. The teachers participating in the survey has been affiliated
schools in the Ministry of National Education (MoNE) in Turkey. The result of data analysis shows
that the physics teachers need to be introduced to current teaching methods and techniques such as
workshop and argumentation. This study showed that the teachers need in-service training that the
subject of equipping cognitive skills such as critical and creative thinking in students. This study
offers suggestions to increase the effectiveness of in-service trainings.

ODÜSOBİAD, 2022

The purpose of this study was to examine the in-service training environments of physics teachers... more The purpose of this study was to examine the in-service training environments of physics teachers. In the study,
observations were made in an in-service training course and an in-service training seminar organized by the Ministry of National Education for physics teachers. Observations were made by the researcher as a participant
observer. In the study, interactions in in-service training environments were described for some limited
situations. These situations were discussed in the context of the difference in the location of in-service training,
the period of the program, the managers of the activities, and whether the participation is voluntary or
compulsory. As a result of the study, the effects of the selection of the place were stated on the participants. The
differences that emerge in the context of the competencies of the manager were discussed. It has been determined
that there are activities that allow the active participation of teachers in both in-service training programs. It
was observed that active participation was ensured in the activities where the participant teachers took duties
and responsibilities. It was revealed that teachers were satisfied with such practices and thought that such in
service training would be more effective. In the program in which voluntary participation was ensured, it was
observed that the teachers carefully followed even the activities they found boring. In the context of the study
results, suggestions were offered to those who plan education, administrators, and researchers.

Education Quarterly Reviews , 2022

The effects of the changes experienced with the Covid-19 pandemic on the education-teaching proce... more The effects of the changes experienced with the Covid-19 pandemic on the education-teaching process have been
the subject of many studies. It is seen that researches generally focus on distance education. On the other hand,
with the decrease of the effect of the pandemic, face-to-face education started. In this process, teachers are expected
to transfer their distance education experiences to face-to-face education environments. In this study, the effects
of distance education on face-to-face education environment were investigated. Within the scope of the qualitative
case study, the opinions of students and teachers who shared the same teaching environment during face-to-face
education before distance education, face-to-face education after distance education and distance education were
taken. The study group consists of twelve students who study in a high school affiliated to the Ministry of National
Education in Türkiye/Ordu and are selected on a voluntary basis, in accordance with the purposeful sampling
qualifications, and the teachers who attend the classes of these students. From the analysis of the interview data,
findings such as the opinions of students and teachers about the face-to-face education environment, in-class
communication, and materials used in teaching environments were obtained. It was concluded that the content
used by the teachers on the smart board became richer after the distance education. However, it was determined
that the teachers did not use a new application in the process. It has been determined that some students have
different expectations about education life as a result of their distance education experiences.

Participatory Educational Research , 2022

The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of active learning on students’ achievement i... more The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of active learning on
students’ achievement in the unit of magnetism. It is important to create
proper teaching environments in order to ensure the active participation
of students in learning processes. Many different methods and techniques
may be used for active participation. Detailed information should be
provided for the teachers on how these methods and techniques can be
implemented. For this reason, an active learning environment was created
in the present study by way of using worksheets accompanied by
experiments, simulations, modelling, garden activity and games. It was
explained how these activities are implemented for each of the
acquisitions related with the magnetism unit topics. The study employed
sequential explanatory mixed design. The subject of this study consisted
of 98 eleventh grade students in a high school in Türkiye. The data were
acquired via an open ended and multiple-choice conceptual achievement
test, observation forms and interviews. The findings obtained illustrated
that active learning applications increase academic achievements of
students at a statistically significant level. In addition, it was concluded
that active learning applications make a positive impact on the interest,
attitude and motivations of the students towards the physics course. The
results show that magnetism unit topics are effective in providing a
conceptual change. It is suggested to use the applications shared in the
present study for the teaching of abstract subjects such as magnetism. In
this way, it may be possible to create learning environments that will
enable instructors to reach the desired goals.

International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 2014

In this study, effects of use of computer simulations and application of conceptual change texts ... more In this study, effects of use of computer simulations and application of conceptual change texts on students' academic performance of electrostatic, attitudes towards physics and eliminating the misconceptions were researched and both techniques were investigated in comparison. According to results obtained from data analysis, there is a significant improvement in performance rates of the experimental and control groups. Additionally, no significant difference was observed between the groups. There has been no significant difference found in students' attitudes between experimental and control group. Furthermore, results showed that the students have misconceptions, the experimental and control group students performed better with respect to the success in eliminating the misconceptions.

The purpose of this study is to determine the problems faced by teachers in the implementation ... more The purpose of this study is to determine the problems faced by teachers in the
implementation of inquiry based physics curriculum. In this study carried out
within the context of the case study approach, interviews were conducted with
eighteen physics teachers working in schools affiliated to MoNE in Giresun. The
interviews were held in the spring semester of 2016-2017 academic year. The
data obtained from the interviews were analyzed by content analysis. Results of
this research, it was determined that the teachers who participated in the study
encountered problems such as inadequate teaching hours in general,
intensification of physical subjects in the 11th class, and lack of classrooms
suitable to contemporary teaching methods in implementing the inquiry based
curricula. In this context, researchers have made some suggestions at the point of
overcoming the identified problems.

The purpose of this study is to identify the students and teachers opinion, who receive educati... more The purpose of this study is to identify the students and teachers opinion,
who receive education in Technical and Vocational High School, about the lear
ning environment which is formed by active learning method. The study was
established during 2014-2015 Academic year in Vocational and Technical Anato
lian High School which is located in Merzifon one of the Amasya’s district. In the
study, phenomenology method, which is qualitative research figure, is used. The
research sample is consisted of 10 eleventh grade students who were taught by
the active learning method during a quarter in physic class and 8 teachers who
had taught these students. During the phase of gathering data, semi-structured
interview was used and benefited from focus group discussion method. Interp
retations had been made and suggestions were offered based on the obtained
findings which had been acquired by data content analysis.