A program based on STEAM approach to develop concepts of some socio-scientific issues, interdisciplinary planning, and the science learning motivation among kindergarten pre-service teachers.

Document Type : Original Article

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Curriculum and science teacher Faculty of Education - Alexandria University

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a program based on STEAM approach; to develop the concepts of some socio-scientific issues, the interdisciplinary planning, and the science learning motivation for kindergarten pre-service teachers. A mixed methods design was employed. The study tools were: (scientific concepts test, interdisciplinary planning analysis rubrics, and science learning motivation questionnaire). Findings show that the program provided a rich context for developing kindergarten pre-service teachers’ concepts of some socio-scientific issues and their interdisciplinary planning. Further gains were also achieved regarding science learning motivation. The researcher suggested some recommendations and future directions.
 
 

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Volume 94, Issue 94 - Serial Number 94
مناهج وطرق التدریس ( اللغة العربیة- الإنجلیزیة – الفرنسیة – الریاضیات – العلوم- الفنون- الاقتصاد المنزلی- التجاری ... )
February 2022
Pages 1243-1314
  • Receive Date: 08 October 2021
  • Revise Date: 13 October 2021
  • Accept Date: 28 October 2021