scholarly journals Using the Learner-Generated Digital Media (LGDM) Framework in Tertiary Science Education: A Pilot Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 106 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jorge Reyna ◽  
Peter Meier
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Technical Requirements ◽  
Methodological Triangulation ◽  
Student Training ◽  
Practical Model ◽  
Tertiary Science

Learner-Generated Digital Media (LGDM) has become prevalent in higher education. Frameworks have been developed for video-making in the classroom that consider technical requirements, pedagogies, and the combination of both. However, missing is a practical model to guide academics and students on the implementation of LGDM assignments. This research aims to test a model to design, implement, and evaluate LGDM as an assessment tool. The model was built based on research gaps and it considers the following elements: (1) pedagogy, (2) student training, (3) hosting of videos, (4) marking schemes, (5) group contribution, (6) feedback, (7) reflection, and (8) evaluation. For this purpose, five science subjects (N = 270) were used to test the model as a guide to implementing LGDM assignments. Data was gathered using a validated 33-step questionnaire instrument. Additionally, group contributions were received using the SPARKPlus peer review application, and marks attained were gathered. Methodological triangulation of the datasets suggested that students have a positive attitude toward LGDM for science learning. Students enjoyed the group work and creativity, and they identified digital media support as a critical component of their learning experience. Preliminary data support using the LGDM framework to design digital media assignments for science education.

scholarly journals Using Data Expedition as a Formative Assessment Tool in Data Science Education: Reasoning, Justification, and Evaluation

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Olga Maksimenkova ◽  
Alexey Neznanov ◽  
Irina Radchenko
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Data Science ◽  
Evaluation Method ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Structural Features ◽  
Data Driven ◽  
Distinctive Features ◽  
Accurate Evaluation ◽  
Using Data

The paper addresses the questions of data science education of current im-portance. It aims to introduce and justify the framework that allows flexibly evaluate the processes of a data expedition and a digital media created during it. For these purposes, the authors explore features of digital media artefacts which are specific to data expeditions and are essential to accurate evaluation. The ru-brics as a power but hardly formalizable evaluation method in application to digi-tal media artefacts are also discussed. Moreover, the paper documents the experi-ence of rubrics creation according to the suggested framework. The rubrics were successfully adopted to two data-driven journalism courses. The authors also formulate recommendations on data expedition evaluation which should take into consideration structural features of a data expedition, distinctive features of digital media, etc.

Autonomy in Science Education: A Practical Approach in Attitude Shifting Towards Science Learning

2009 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 476-486 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pasl A. Jalil ◽  
M. Z. Abu Sbeih ◽  
M. Boujettif ◽  
R. Barakat
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Practical Approach

scholarly journals Confronting repressive ideologies with critical pedagogy in science classrooms

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wilton Lodge
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Science Education ◽  
Critical Pedagogy ◽  
Science Teaching ◽  
Classroom Discourse ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Educational Practice ◽  
Political Activity ◽  
Science Classrooms ◽  
Free Process

AbstractThe focus of this response to Arthur Galamba and Brian Matthews’s ‘Science education against the rise of fascist and authoritarian movements: towards the development of a Pedagogy for Democracy’ is to underpin a critical pedagogy that can be used as a counterbalancing force against repressive ideologies within science classrooms. Locating science education within the traditions of critical pedagogy allows us to interrogate some of the historical, theoretical, and practical contradictions that have challenged the field, and to consider science learning as part of a wider struggle for social justice in education. My analysis draws specifically on the intellectual ideas of Paulo Freire, whose work continues to influence issues of theoretical, political, and pedagogical importance. A leading social thinker in educational practice, Freire rejected the dominant hegemonic view that classroom discourse is a neutral and value-free process removed from the juncture of cultural, historical, social, and political contexts. Freire’s ideas offer several themes of relevance to this discussion, including his banking conception of education, dialog and conscientization, and teaching as a political activity. I attempt to show how these themes can be used to advance a more socially critical and democratic approach to science teaching.

scholarly journals Designing Effective Spaces, Tasks and Metrics for Communication in Second Life Within the Context of Programming LEGO NXT Mindstorms™ Robots

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Vallance ◽  
Stewart Martin ◽  
Charles Wiz ◽  
Paul van Schaik
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Science Education ◽  
Second Life ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Pedagogical Approach ◽  
Construction Of Knowledge ◽  
Effective Science ◽  
Community Cooperation ◽  
Social Constructivist Learning

Science education is concerned with the meaningful pursuit of comprehension, knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes. In Vygotskian social constructivist learning, personal interpretation, decision-making and community cooperation fosters long-term understanding and transference of learned concepts. The construction of knowledge requires learners to be actively involved in the process of learning. For effective science learning to take place an instructor’s pedagogical approach must be anchored in meaningful contexts so that students have actual opportunities to experience science. This paper presents the early stages of a research project that attempts to assess and define effective measurements for evaluating strategies for communicating science by using LEGO robots and Mindstorms™ RCX controllers that are collaboratively constructed and programmed by students using virtual technologies while physically situated in different locations.

scholarly journals Analysis of Student Creativity in Developing Science Learning Media during the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 2790-2799
Author(s):  
Ulya Wati ◽  
Woro Sri Hastuti ◽  
Ali Mustadi
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Elementary Science ◽  
Internet Access ◽  
State University ◽  
Problem Solving Strategies ◽  
Science Media ◽  
Media Applications

This study aims to ascertain (1) the inventiveness of university students in developing digital media for science education. (2) provides an overview of elementary science media applications that students can develop, and (3) discusses the obstacles students encountered while developing digital media for elementary science learning during COVID-19. This study took place at Yogyakarta State University and Makassar State University. The sample size for this study is 142 students, including 71 UNM students and 71 UNY students. The approach is descriptive with a quantitative component. Thus, the results demonstrated students' creativity in developing science media during the COVID-19 pandemic, as measured by five characteristics: fluency, flexibility, originality, elaboration, and sensitivity. Students can create media by using applications such as PowerPoint, Articulate Storyline, Flipbook Maker, Wondershare Filmora, and a variety of other supporting platforms (websites). However, students face obstacles in four areas when developing media, including fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration, namely (1) students continue to struggle with integrating science learning media into elementary school through the use of appropriate approaches/models/learning methods, (2) determining the variety of problem-solving strategies available to users of science learning media in elementary school, and (3) determining the variety of problem-solving strategies available to users of science learning media in elementary school. (3) difficulty identifying science learning media for elementary schools located in areas without internet access due to the COVID-19 pandemic and others.

scholarly journals Inquiry-based Science Education and e-Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 52 (2) ◽  
pp. 24-27
Author(s):  
Sofoklis A. Sotiriou
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Scientific Practices ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Science Classrooms ◽  
Scientific Databases ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Higher Order Learning

Science classrooms (even in the time of the pandemic) should provide more challenging, inquiry-based, authentic and higher-order learning experiences allowing students to participate in scientific practices and tasks. Rich scientific databases, e-Learning tools and digital educational resources can serve as a catalyst for science learning. They can offer a better understanding of complex scientific research, making science understandable and interesting to the students.

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