Research Article

Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study

Volume: 14 Number: 4 October 30, 2025
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Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the applicability of the flipped learning model supported by STEM activities (STEM-FLIP) in science courses by using the case study, one of the qualitative research method designs. The study group consisted of 20 eighth-grade students. Semi-structured interviews, student diaries, and field notes were used as the data collection tools. Inductive content analysis was used to analyze the data. In the interviews, students stated that watching videos and doing activities out of class helped them prepare for the class and discover their learning styles. They also stated that the videos enabled them to learn flexibly by increasing the opportunity to take notes and make repetitions. Most students felt that the STEM-FLIP activities increased active participation in class and provided meaningful learning. During the in-class studies, students indicated that the STEM-FLIP activities provided meaningful and fun learning, and transferring knowledge to everyday life. Teacher field notes indicated that students developed creative ideas through group activities, produced solutions to problems they encountered, and enjoyed creating products together. In addition, STEM-FLIP increased student interest and motivation in science education, improved their collaboration and communication skills, and increased their use of technology. Some suggestions were made in light of the research findings.

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Ethical Statement

In this study, data were collected in the spring semester of the 2022-2023 academic year. Before starting data collection, necessary permissions were obtained from the Ministry of National Education (Document Number: E-92255297-605.01-68795753). In addition, Sivas Cumhuriyet University Scientific Research and Publication Ethics Committee approved the study (Document Number: E-60263016-050.06.04-245530). In addition, a parental consent form was prepared and permission was obtained from the parents.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Science Education

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

October 30, 2025

Submission Date

March 22, 2024

Acceptance Date

October 10, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 14 Number: 4

APA
Kurtel, E., & Nacaroğlu, O. (2025). Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study. Bartın University Journal of Faculty of Education, 14(4), 1214-1239. https://doi.org/10.14686/buefad.1457403
AMA
1.Kurtel E, Nacaroğlu O. Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study. BUEFAD. 2025;14(4):1214-1239. doi:10.14686/buefad.1457403
Chicago
Kurtel, Emine, and Oğuzhan Nacaroğlu. 2025. “Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study”. Bartın University Journal of Faculty of Education 14 (4): 1214-39. https://doi.org/10.14686/buefad.1457403.
EndNote
Kurtel E, Nacaroğlu O (October 1, 2025) Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study. Bartın University Journal of Faculty of Education 14 4 1214–1239.
IEEE
[1]E. Kurtel and O. Nacaroğlu, “Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study”, BUEFAD, vol. 14, no. 4, pp. 1214–1239, Oct. 2025, doi: 10.14686/buefad.1457403.
ISNAD
Kurtel, Emine - Nacaroğlu, Oğuzhan. “Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study”. Bartın University Journal of Faculty of Education 14/4 (October 1, 2025): 1214-1239. https://doi.org/10.14686/buefad.1457403.
JAMA
1.Kurtel E, Nacaroğlu O. Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study. BUEFAD. 2025;14:1214–1239.
MLA
Kurtel, Emine, and Oğuzhan Nacaroğlu. “Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study”. Bartın University Journal of Faculty of Education, vol. 14, no. 4, Oct. 2025, pp. 1214-39, doi:10.14686/buefad.1457403.
Vancouver
1.Emine Kurtel, Oğuzhan Nacaroğlu. Implementing STEM-FLIP in A Science Course: A Case Study. BUEFAD. 2025 Oct. 1;14(4):1214-39. doi:10.14686/buefad.1457403

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