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Effective K-12 Science Instruction: Elements of Research-based Science Education (2006) and the Texas Science Initiative Meta-Analysis of National Research Regarding Science Teaching (2005)
Circuit Builder GizmoResearch Summary:
A meta-analysis of 60+ research studies that satisfied criteria for methodological rigor identified several teaching strategies supported by broad evidence of effectiveness in improving student achievement.
Key Findings:
- Manipulation strategies enable students to experience science by becoming active learners who participate in building their own understanding.
- Technology-enhanced instruction, including simulations, enables students to manipulate variables and quickly see the results.
- Inquiry-based learning provides opportunities to analyze data and encourages deep understanding.
- Manipulation strategies, technology-enhanced instruction, and inquiry-based learning were associated with an average gain of 18-24 percentile points in student achievement.
Deanna Showalter
Teacher in Grapevine Colleyville
Texas
Critical Acclaim
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Winner: Best K-12 Instructional Solution
2009 SIIA CODiE Awards
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Winner: Distinguished Achievement Award
2008, 2007, 2005 AEP
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Winner: Award of Excellence
2008 Tech and Learning Magazine
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Winner: Best Science Instruction Solution
2007, 2006 SIIA CODiE Awards
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Finalist: Golden Lamp Award
2009, 2008, 2006 AEP
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Finalist: Best Math Instructional Solution
2009, 2008, 2006 SIIA CODiE Awards
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Finalist: Best Instructional Solution, Science
2009, 2008 SIIA CODiE Awards
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Finalist: Best Instructional Solution, Online
2006 SIIA CODiE Awards
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Diamond Award in Mathematics
District Administration Magazine
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E-Learning Innovation Award
Macromedia Corp.
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Best Education Website
Webby Awards
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Three time Digital Dozen Honoree
Eisenhower National Clearinghouse


