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Symposium proposal computer-based modeling in science: the case of stagecast creator
(University of Zilina, 2005)
There is a longstanding awareness of the need to help students learn about models and modeling in science, and computer-based programming environments are promising tools for this. A computer program can be a model of a ...
Enhancing fourth graders’ ability to interpret graphical representations through the use of sensors in the context of phase transformations (melting and freezing)
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
Sensors constitute a powerful tool in physical science as far as the rapid collection and analysis of data is concerned. In addition to the rapid collection of data, sensors are valued for their capability in the simultaneous ...
Using an interactive simulation to enhance procedural skills in grade 5
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
The discrepancy between what we teach and what scientists and citizens need is greater than most instructors realise. Science for citizenship and science in the technical workplace, both involve greater emphasis on procedural ...
The integration of ict tools in education as an Example of the interplay between technology And society
(University of Cyprus, 2007)
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) constitute an essential part of the infrastructure for modern
societies, facilitating access, processing and storing of information and promoting communication between ...
Development and assessment of web based Curriculum materials for decision making About socio-scientific issues: the example of Trace chemicals in drinking water
(University of Cyprus, 2007)
This paper reports on a research effort targeted at helping high-school students develop decision-making skills, in
the context of an important socio-scientific issue that is not traditionally included in school curricula. ...
Stagecast creator and webct: an integrated use of computer programming and a virtual learning environment for developing modelling skills
(University of Zilina, 2005)
This paper reports on an effort to use Stagecast CreatorTM as a means for developing modelling skills among undergraduate students taking an introductory course in science that took place in a virtual learning environment ...
Teachers’ designs of web-based inquiry learning environments as a probe for inquiry teaching and learning frameworks
(University of Cyprus, 2010)
A growing number of studies have reported that teachers face many challenges in conceptualizing and enacting inquiry–based teaching and learning. Even though teacher designed approaches are considered an important pathway ...
Managing teachers’ practicum in initial teacher preparation using an elearning platform
(University of Zilina, 2005)
This research study focuses on the development and evaluation of the Learning Space Platform as a resource for the improvement of the pre-service Teachers’ Practicum. The Teachers’ Practicum is a compulsory course for ...
The use of mind mapping software to improve primary school students’ ability to construct scientific arguments
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
The purpose of this study was to examine elementary school students’ ability to construct scientific arguments. We set out to analyze students’ arguments in aspects of structure and validity of claims, before and after ...
The e-learning movement as a process of quality improvement in education: the case of the University of Cyprus
(Department of Educational Sciences, University of Cyprus, 2003)
Quality in education has been regognized as an issue that should guide our efforts for improvement for many years. eLearning is the latest attempt to take advantage of developments in technology to improve learning. In ...