Abstract
This research describes and evaluates the application of a child-led approach to scientific enquiry (the Community of Scientific Enquiry, CoSE) to children aged 8–11 (Key Stage 2) in Northern Ireland. Primary teachers were introduced to CoSE at a workshop and asked to evaluate its implementation with their class. Results from children (n = 364) and teachers (n = 19) found that CoSE engaged children with their science learning, and also developed confidence and oracy. However, teachers require more experience developing facilitation skills and in fitting science into a thematic teaching unit.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 462-481 |
| Journal | Education 3–13 |
| Volume | 43 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| Early online date | 1 Aug 2013 |
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| Publication status | Published (in print/issue) - 31 Oct 2015 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- philosophy for children
- science education
- community of enquiry
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Linda Clarke
- School of Education - Professor of Education
- Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences - Full Professor
- Social Work and Social Policy Research
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