Factors Affecting the Implementation of Argument in the Elementary Science Classroom. A Longitudinal Case Study |
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Authors: | Anita M Martin and Brian Hand |
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Institution: | (1) Science Education Department, Teaching and Learning, University of Iowa, N228 LC, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA |
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Abstract: | This longitudinal case study describes the factors that affect an experienced teacher’s attempt to shift her pedagogical practices
in order to implement embedded elements of argument into her science classroom. Research data was accumulated over 2 years
through video recordings of science classes. The Reformed Teacher Observation Protocol (RTOP) is an instrument designed to
quantify changes in classroom environments as related to reform as defined by the National Research Council (National science education standards. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 1996b) and the National Research Council (Fulfilling the promise: Biology education in the nation’s schools, Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 1990) and was used to analyze videotaped science lessons. Analysis of the data shows
that there was a significant shift in the areas of teacher questioning, and student voice. Several levels of subsequent analysis
were completed related to teacher questioning and student voice. The data suggests a relationship between these areas and
the implementation of scientific argument. Results indicate that the teacher moved from a traditional, teacher-centered, didactic
teaching style to instructional practices that allowed the focus and direction of the lesson to be affected by student voice.
This was accomplished by a change in teacher questioning that included a shift from factual recall to more divergent questioning
patterns allowing for increased student voice. As student voice increased, students began to investigate ideas, make statements
or claims and to support these claims with strong evidence. Finally, students were observed refuting claims in the form of
rebuttals. This study informs professional development related to experienced teachers in that it highlights pedagogical issues
involved in implementing embedded elements of argument in the elementary classroom. |
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Keywords: | Embedded elements of argument Science Writing Heuristic (SWH) Student voice Teacher questioning |
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