The Effects of Discovery Learning on Students' Success and Inquiry Learning Skills

Balim A. G.

EGITIM ARASTIRMALARI-EURASIAN JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH, vol.9, no.35, pp.1-17, 2009 (SSCI) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 9 Issue: 35
  • Publication Date: 2009
  • Journal Name: EGITIM ARASTIRMALARI-EURASIAN JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
  • Journal Indexes: Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.1-17
  • Keywords: Discovery learning method, perception of inquiry learning skills, science education, curriculum, TEACHERS, SCIENCE
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Problem Statement: In this study, the unit "If It Weren't for The Pressure?" in the Science and Technology course at the Elementary 7th grade was tackled in two different ways. The first way is the discovery learning method along with the daily plans and activities. The second is the traditional teaching method. This study particularly aims at answering the question: "How does teaching science through the discovery learning approach affect students' academic achievement, perception of inquiry learning skills, and retention of knowledge?"