Quantum Learning or Hands-on Learning: Which is More Effective in Science Education?
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The objective of this study is to examine the effects of Quantum Learning and Applied Learning activities on academic achievement, attitudes, motivation, and learning retention in science education. The present study employed a pre-test-post-test control group quasi-experimental design, with a total of 97 fourth-grade students participating in two experimental groups and one control group. During the eight-week process, Quantum Learning activities were implemented in Experimental Group 1, Applied Learning activities in Experimental Group 2, and the current curriculum was continued in the control group. The data were collected using achievement tests, attitude, and motivation scales. Two-factor ANOVA and MANOVA were used in the analysis. The findings indicated that Applied Learning exhibited superior efficacy in comparison to Quantum Learning with respect to academic achievement, attitude, motivation, and enduring learning.
Anahtar Kelimeler
Achievement, attitude, hands-on learning, motivation, quantum learning
Etik Beyan
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