International Science Education Conference 2006

MOE-NIE-STAS International Science Education Conference 2006

22nd – 24th Nov 2006, National Institute of Education, Singapore

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CONFERENCE THEME — Science Education: What Works

CONFERENCE STRANDS

Science for the Early Years

How science can interest and meaningfully engage the very young presents its own special challenges and opportunities. This strand will enable presenters to share their research experiences and frameworks for learning in this universally neglected field.

Professional Development

The preservice training and continual professional learning of science teachers demand the coordination of various institutions and programmes that places the teacher at the center of attention. Papers here would share lessons from some of the best practices and policies currently available.

Assessment in Science Education

Although assessment seems normative in the instructional processes, one still aspires to construct valid and reliable tests. Studies in this strand would be helpful in moving us forward in providing an equitable education in science for all.

Learning Science in Informal Settings

Because forms of scientific cognition are often displayed in places other than in school, understanding the complex dynamics and sociocultural factors to facilitate the former are vital to complement school-based learning.

Conceptual Change

To develop scientific literary usually requires significant conceptual change in learners. Elements in this strand would include ways of investigating students’ conceptions, approaches for conceptual change and conceptual development.

Inquiry Science

It is almost a truism that inquiry defines the heart of science teaching and learning. Much is already known but there are many questions still unanswered. A variety of empirical work and theoretical studies are welcomed for this strand.

Curriculum and Instruction

This is a broad grouping that would see people interested in discussing exemplary teaching and learning strategies, forms of teacher thinking such as pedagogical content knowledge, leadership styles, and classroom management among many others.

ICT in Science Education

Presenters here would be sharing the use of technology in various aspects of the learning process in science education.