Teaching Light Reflection and Diffusion Using Constructivist Digital Tools and Methods in Greek Primary School

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Tekos, G., Solomonidou, C. & Stavridou, H. (2008). Teaching Light Reflection and Diffusion Using Constructivist Digital Tools and Methods in Greek Primary School. In J. Luca & E. Weippl (Eds.), Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2008 (pp. 3298-3307). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Conference Information

World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications (EDMEDIA) 2008
Vienna, Austria
June 30, 2008
ISBN 1-880094-65-7
  Joseph Luca & Edgar R. Weippl
AACE

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Authors

George Tekos, Christina Solomonidou, Heleni Stavridou, University of Thessaly, Greece

Abstract

We present the design and evaluation results of an innovative teaching approach with the use of ICT regarding Light Reflection and Diffusion in Greek primary school. First, we present a survey, which investigated 140 students’ initial ideas about light reflection and diffusion, and vision. Then, we describe the design of digital educational materials including a Toolbook software application, a Greek physics educational software, and an applet simulation on the web. Appropriate printed worksheets were also developed for the students. Teaching was implemented in 4 Greek primary school classes, in which 81 students participated. Another 59 students were taught the subject traditionally. Before and after instruction all students answered a written questionnaire. Data analysis revealed that students of the experimental group achieved statistically better performance and manifested conceptual change but the control group students presented only a minimal evolution in their initial ideas.

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• Schools
• Students
• Physical Education

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