Browsing by Author "Kurnaz M.A."

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Analysis of the responses of science teacher candidates to force concept inventory by concentration factor
(2019-01-01) Cevik E.E.; Kurnaz M.A.
This study aims to obtain information about the modelling situations related to the topic by performing concentration analysis of teacher candidates’ responses to Force Concept Inventory (FCI). The research was conducted using survey model, which is a quantitative research method. The study was carried out in the fall semester of the academic year 2015–2016 among 95 freshman teacher candidates enrolled in the Science Education Program of the Faculty of Education at a university in the Western Black Sea region. The data collection tool employed was FCI. In this context, concentration score, concentration factor and concentration deviation formulas were used. In light of the results obtained, it was determined that the responses of teacher candidates correspond to the null model, meaning that it is a result of a random reaction. It was suggested that this method of analysis could be used to develop more effective multiple-choice tests and comprehensively assess the learning situation of a class in depth.
Comparative Analysis of the Science Teaching Curricula in Turkey
(2020-01-01) Yaz Ö.V.; Kurnaz M.A.
The purpose of this study is to comparatively investigate the science teaching curricula in Turkey, which have undergone changes four times since the millennium. For this purpose, we carried out a technical and taxonomic examination of the learning outcomes listed in the science curricula that were introduced in 2000, 2005, 2013, and 2017 concerning Revised Bloom Taxonomy (RBT). In this study, the document analysis method was used. We classified a total of 2,613 learning outcomes in our analyses, which were limited to those related to the cognitive domain. The reliability score of the classifications was.89 according to the equation proposed by Miles and Huberman. The analyses showed that the teaching curricula decreased the intensity of the focus on knowledge and cognitive skills rather than making fundamental changes. Moreover, there was significant parallelism among the examined curricula in terms of the dimensions of the taxonomy. Using national-level results in international exams such as PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) and TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study), we concluded that Turkey had not been successful enough in developing the examined curricula.
Conceptual understanding of science teacher candidates regarding the reason for measurement and evaluation and for determining learning change
(2014-01-01) Kurnaz M.A.
Determining the learning quality and the role of measurement and evaluation are accepted as part of the duties and responsibilities of teachers and operators in structured teaching programs. This qualitative case study research examined teacher candidates’ conceptual understanding of the reasons for measurement and evaluation and for determining of the learning change to ascertain if trained teacher candidates met the required expectations. The study participants were determined using criteria sampling and consisted of 101 science teacher candidates. The data was collected using open ended questions, which were analyzed using content analysis. The research found that the teacher candidates’ conceptual understanding as to the reasons for evaluation and determining the learning change were inadequate. It was found that the participants were unable to relate the measurement and evaluation purposes with learning change, and that the understanding of the measurement and evaluation concepts aimed at determining the need for learning change did not coincide. The data suggested that there could be teacher training insufficiencies and that the duties and responsibilities of the new teaching programs encumbered the teachers. In this context, it was suggested that determining the learning changes by measurement and evaluation practices be emphasized during teacher training.
Conceptual understanding of science teacher candidates regarding the reason for measurement and evaluation and for determining learning change
(2014-01-01) Kurnaz M.A.
Determining the learning quality and the role of measurement and evaluation are accepted as part of the duties and responsibilities of teachers and operators in structured teaching programs. This qualitative case study research examined teacher candidates’ conceptual understanding of the reasons for measurement and evaluation and for determining of the learning change to ascertain if trained teacher candidates met the required expectations. The study participants were determined using criteria sampling and consisted of 101 science teacher candidates. The data was collected using open ended questions, which were analyzed using content analysis. The research found that the teacher candidates’ conceptual understanding as to the reasons for evaluation and determining the learning change were inadequate. It was found that the participants were unable to relate the measurement and evaluation purposes with learning change, and that the understanding of the measurement and evaluation concepts aimed at determining the need for learning change did not coincide. The data suggested that there could be teacher training insufficiencies and that the duties and responsibilities of the new teaching programs encumbered the teachers. In this context, it was suggested that determining the learning changes by measurement and evaluation practices be emphasized during teacher training.
Development and application of a concept test on the subject of stars
(2021-01-01) Ezberci-Cevik E.; Kurnaz M.A.
The aim of this study is to develop a concept test on the subject of stars that is suitable for model analysis and to evaluate the conformity of this model. The study was performed using a screening model, which is a type of quantitative research method. The study also tried to fill the gap in the existing literature regarding the use of quantitative methods. To develop the test, existing studies on stars were first examined; interviews with candidates who were teachers were conducted; and finally, necessary amendments to test items were made after referring to experts’ opinions. To assure its validity and reliability, the test was applied to a total of 175 candidates who were studying at schools of education in the departments of science teaching of three different universities to become teachers; all candidates took astronomy courses andwereeducatedonthesubjectmatter.Thefinal form of the test was comprised of 26 multiple-choice questions, each with 5 possible answers. The Cronbach’s alpha reliability coefficient of the test was calculated to be 0.735. In addition, the mean strength of the test was found to be 0.370 and the distinctiveness was found to be 0.390. Statistical analyses revealed that the concept test developed in this study is a valid and reliable test that conforms to the model analysis.
Examination of the conversations in a whatsapp group created for communication in a bachelor's level astronomy course
(2020-01-01) Yuzbasioglu H.B.; Helvaci S.C.; Cevik E.E.; Kurnaz M.A.
The aim of this research on an astronomy course is to examine the situations that arose when WhatsApp, a social media application, was used as a tool for cooperation and interaction. In this work, a case study design was adopted. The WhatsApp group created for the research was composed of 87 participants and the messages exchanged in the WhatsApp group were used as research documents. Data were analyzed through descriptive and content analysis methods. The sharing in the WhatsApp group and the topics of the messages were revealed in the content analysis. The research results showed that the students used the WhatsApp group as an interaction tool in an extracurricular environment. It was also determined that they used this platform in order to inform each other about daily events and share and discuss information.
Investigation of prospective science teachers' opinions and sensitivity towards environment
(2020-04-01) Cevik E.E.; Kurnaz M.A.
The aim of this study was to determine social and academic sensibilities, and opinions on environmental problems and environmental education among prospective teachers attending in a science education program. In this study, the survey method was used. The study group of the study consisted of 88 prospective science teachers from the first and fourth year of study at the Erciyes University Faculty of Education in the fall semester of 2018-2019. "Environmental Problems and Environmental Education Questionnaire" were used to collect data. SPSS 22 package program was used to analyze the data. As a result of the study, it was stated that prospective science teachers' opinions about environmental problems and environmental education were taken into consideration. Besides, it was concluded that participants' opinions on social and academic susceptibility sub-dimension did not vary significantly as per grade level variable and the significance level was not found between prospective teachers' social sensitivities and their academic sensibilities. Suggestions have been made on the teaching of environmental issues to prospective teachers.
Prospective Classroom Teachers’ Views on Out-of-School Learning Activities Before and During the Covid-19 Outbreak
(2021-08-31) Yüzbaşıoğlu H.B.; Yüzbaşıoğlu M.K.; Kurnaz M.A.
In the study, the aim was to examine the views of prospective classroom teachers regarding their activities in out-of-school learning environments in face-to-face education before the Covid-19 outbreak and in distance education during the outbreak. The research was carried out in a phenomenological design with 26 prospective classroom teachers. The data were collected with the “Out of School Learning Environments Interview Form”. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. The opinions of the prospective teachers were examined under the themes of “teaching process”, “teacher activities” and “application”. Based on the findings obtained within the scope of the research, while the prospective teachers emphasized experiential learning in pre-pandemic practices, they drew attention to the variety of environments in activities during the pandemic. Participants stated that they assume the roles of guiding and transmitting information in learning environments. In planning the activities, they attach importance to the compatibility of the environment with the subject/objectives. In addition, the majority of prospective teachers stated that the practices carried out before the pandemic were applicable. In the research, it is suggested to use out-of-school learning environments with a good planning in line with the aims and possibilities.
Students' contextualizing knowledge on the mirage incident, reflection and refraction: A case study
(2023-11-01) Doǧru M.S.; Kurnaz M.A.
Thematic review of some studies about the stars in Turkey
(2016-01-01) Ezberci Çevik E.; Kurnaz M.A.
Turkish students' understandings about some basic astronomy concepts: A cross-grade study
(2012-10-25) Kurnaz M.A.
In the present study, students' ideas concerning some basic astronomy concepts are investigated. One hundred and sixty-two Turkish students at different grades (from primary and secondary school levels) participated in this study. Data of the study were gathered using a test, which required participants to present their answers by both writing and drawing. The results revealed that participants at all grades were not sufficient at written and visual responses, including many alternative ideas. It is thought that the results of this study will extend the related literature and make contribution to the development of astronomy education. © IDOSI Publications, 2012.
Turkish students' understandings about some basic astronomy concepts: A cross-grade study
(2012-10-25) Kurnaz M.A.
In the present study, students' ideas concerning some basic astronomy concepts are investigated. One hundred and sixty-two Turkish students at different grades (from primary and secondary school levels) participated in this study. Data of the study were gathered using a test, which required participants to present their answers by both writing and drawing. The results revealed that participants at all grades were not sufficient at written and visual responses, including many alternative ideas. It is thought that the results of this study will extend the related literature and make contribution to the development of astronomy education. © IDOSI Publications, 2012.