Applications of Layered Curriculum in Science and Technology Course
Journal: Journal of Computer and Education Research (Vol.1, No. 1)Publication Date: 2013-09-01
Authors : Fatih YILMAZ Mehmet GÜLTEKİN;
Page : 27-58
Keywords : Layered Curriculum; Science and Technology Course; Science and Technology Learning;
Abstract
The aim of this study is to reflection of the learning process is to determine the layered curriculum is applied in primary education 5th grade Science and Technology Course. In line with this purpose, the study was designed as mixed method research design including both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The study was conducted with 24 students attending to 5/B in Eskisehir at the spring term of 2008-2009 academic years. The data of the study was collected from multiple data collection instruments as personal information form, video records, semi-structured interviews, researcher and student journals, student portfolios and attitude scale. Then, the collected data was analyzed through descriptive analysis. According to the findings, the students stated that in teaching-learning process within the context of layered curriculum, the activities were clear and comprehensible, they could practice learning by doing and living and teaching based on activity were carried out. Furthermore, the students explained that through layered curriculum, Science course became more interesting and thus, they loved this course, besides, they participated to this course more with these applications.
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