The Effect of Engineering Design-Based Science Instruction on 6th-Grade Students’ Astronomy Understandings
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Astronomy education is essential for STEM education in primary schools, and integrating engineering design-based science education enhances student engagement and achievement in the field of space science. Integrating engineering design into science education is essential for students to excel in astronomy and to meet the requirements of contemporary society. This study investigated the effect of engineering design-based instruction (EDBI) on the understanding of astronomy concepts among sixth-grade students. The study included a cohort of 37 sixth-grade students from a public school. It was carried out using a one-group pre-test, post-test experimental design. All participants received EDBI that was based on the objectives of the 6th grade “Solar System and Eclipses” unit. Statistical analyses were employed to ascertain the effect of astronomy instruction based on engineering design on students’ comprehension of astronomy concepts. The results indicated a significant difference in the average scores of students’ understanding of astronomical concepts before and after being taught using EDBI.
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Engineering Design-Based Instruction, Middle School Science Education, Astronomy Education, Experimental Research Design, Astronomy Understanding
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Fan, S., & Yu, K. (2017). How an integrative STEM curriculum can benefit students in engineering design practices. International Journal of Technology and Design Education, 27:107-129. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40594-015-0027-7
Frehill, L. M. (1997). Education and occupational sex segregation: The decision to major in engineering. The Sociological Quarterly, 38(2): 225-249. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1533-8525.1997.tb00475.x
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Savran Gencer, A. (2015). Scientific and engineering practices in science education: Twirly activity. Journal of Inquiry Based Activities, 5(1):1-19. Available at: https://ated.info.tr/index.php/ated/article/view/57
Göğüş, E. (2010). Bilim eğitiminde astronomi: Bugün ve gelecek. TÜBA-Günce, 41(1):8-10. Available at: https://www.tuba.gov.tr/tr/yayinlar/sureli-yayinlar/tuba-gunce-dergisi-1/41.-sayi-2010-1
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Guzey, S.S., Moore, T.M., Harwell, M., & Moreno, M. (2016). STEM integration in middle school life science: Student learning and attitudes. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 25:550-560. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10956-016-9612-x
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Purzer, S., Goldstein, M. H., Adams, R. S., Xie, C., & Nourian, S. (2015). An exploratory study of informed engineering design behaviors associated with scientific explanations. International Journal of STEM Education, 2(9):1-12. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40594-015-0019-7
Schnittka, C. G., Bell, R. L., & Richards, L. G. (2010). Save the penguins: Teaching the science of heat transfer through engineering design. Science Scope, 34(3):82-91. Available at: https://my.nsta.org/resource/7129/tried-and-true-save-the-penguinsteaching-the-science-of-heat-transfer-through-e
Tabaru, G. (2017). İlkokul 4. sınıf öğrencilerine fen bilimleri dersinde uygulanan STEM temelli etkinliklerin çeşitli değişkenlere etkisi. Master thesis. Niğde Ömer Halisdemir Üniversitesi, Niğde.
Uğurlu, N. B. (2005). İlköğretim 6. sınıf öğrencilerinin dünya ve evren konusu ile ilgili kavram yanılgıları. Gazi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi, 25(1):229-246.
Voss, H. D. & Dailey, J. F., (2012). High-altitude balloon curriculum and hands-on sensors for effective student learning in astronomy and STEM. Academic High Altitude Conference, 2012(1):123-132. DOI: https://doi.org//ahac.8337
Wendell, K. B. (2008). The theoretical and empirical basis for design-based science instruction for children. Unpublished Qualifying Paper, Tufts University, Boston.
Wendell, K., & Connolly, K., & Wright, C., & Jarvin, L., & Barnett, M., & Rogers, C., & Marulcu, I. (2010). Incorporating engineering design into elementary school science curricula. Paper presented at the American Society for Engineering Education, Louisville, June 20-23.
Wendell, K.B., & Rogers, C. (2013). Engineering design‐based science, science content performance, and science attitudes in elementary school. Journal of Engineering Education, 102(4):513-540. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/jee.20026
Yıldırım, B., & Altun, Y. (2014). STEM eğitimi üzerine derleme çalışması: Fen bilimleri alanında örnek ders uygulamaları. Paper presented at the VI. International Congress of Education Research, Ankara, June 5-8.
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Başpınar, P., Çakıroğlu, J., & Karahan, E. (2024). The Effect of Engineering Design-Based Science Instruction on 6th-Grade Students’ Astronomy Understandings. Science Insights Education Frontiers, 24(1), 3835–3857. https://doi.org/10.15354/sief.24.or628
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