The reality of the suitability of the science teacher specialization path in the intermediate stage in Saudi Arabia for teaching science courses and the difficulties of implementation from the point of view of teachers in Tabuk: واقع ملاءمة مسار تخصص معلم العلوم بالمرحلة المتوسطة في السعودية لتدريس مقررات العلوم وصعوبات التنفيذ من وجهة نظر المعلمين بتبوك

Author(s):  
Dhafer A. Al-Qarni Dhafer A. Al-Qarni

The study aimed to identify the appropriateness of the science teacher's specialization path in the intermediate stage in Saudi Arabia for teaching science courses and the difficulties of implementation from the point of view of teachers in Tabuk. The study used the descriptive method, and a questionnaire surveyed the opinions of teachers. It was distributed to a sample of (41) middle school science teachers in public schools in the city of Tabuk. The results of the study showed that the reality of the appropriateness of the science teacher's specialization path in the intermediate stage for teaching science courses obtained an overall average of (4.18). Or by (83.6%) and reflects the appropriateness of (weakly), and it also revealed difficulties that hinder the appropriateness of science books from the teachers’ point of view with a total average (4.18 from 5), a degree (highly), and at the level of sub-specialties, physics got the highest average (4.20). Then chemistry with an average of (4.19) and finally biology with an average of (4.14), all of which are difficulties with a degree of (highly), meaning that the contents of science courses do not fit with the course of their specialization , also there is no statistical significant differences between the teachers’ responses on the scale of the appropriateness of the science teacher’s specialization path to the scientific subject content of the science book at the intermediate stage , the study recommended the need to re-planning and implementing the science method in proportion to the method of separate subjects, and to reconsider the plans of preparation of science teachers in Saudi universities.

2006 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 11-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. M. Cutrim ◽  
D. Rudge ◽  
K. Kits ◽  
J. Mitchell ◽  
R. Nogueira

Abstract. Responding to the call for reform in science education, changes were made in an introductory meteorology and climate course offered at a large public university. These changes were a part of a larger project aimed at deepening and extending a program of science content courses that model effective teaching strategies for prospective middle school science teachers. Therefore, revisions were made to address misconceptions about meteorological phenomena, foster deeper understanding of key concepts, encourage engagement with the text, and promote inquiry-based learning. Techniques introduced include: use of a flash cards, student reflection questionnaires, writing assignments, and interactive discussions on weather and forecast data using computer technology such as Integrated Data Viewer (IDV). The revision process is described in a case study format. Preliminary results (self-reflection by the instructor, surveys of student opinion, and measurements of student achievement), suggest student learning has been positively influenced. This study is supported by three grants: NSF grant No. 0202923, the Unidata Equipment Award, and the Lucia Harrison Endowment Fund.


Author(s):  
Maria Inês Ribas Rodrigues ◽  
Ludmylla Ribeiro Dos Santos

This qualitative study was carried out in two public schools located in the city of São Paulo, SP, Brazil, and involved two primary school science teachers (one from each school). Its objective was to discuss the relevance of continuing education of Science teachers with the emphasis on the use of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) in their teaching practice, the challenges faced by the insertion of these technological resources in the school environment, and improvements in school facilities. These aspects guide the need for training that prepares the teacher to deal with this type of situation. Data collection was done through the application of two interviews, at different moments of the research. These results were presented at an international event, Enseñanza de las Ciencias 2017, and we were able to observe the difference of realities between the science education in developed countries and noted the relevance of discussing this topic in the context of science teaching in Brazil.   Keywords: Teaching practice; Challenges in Science Education; Information and Communication Technologies.


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