This thesis illustrates a didactic experiment conducted in a third-grade class of Primary School. The topic of the research is water, explored using the scientific method, within the context of laboratory teaching and Inquiry-Based Science Education. Four scientific experiments were proposed, conducted by following the phases of the experimental method, in order to explore and learn about some properties and characteristics of water. The students, through an active and collaborative approach, had the opportunity to observe a phenomenon, formulate hypotheses and verify these through scientific experiments. The activities stimulated the students’ curiosity, motivating them to learn through research and investigation, which were the core of the entire didactic journey undertaken. During the four sessions, the focus was on the application of the phases of the scientific methos to the various selected phenomena. At the conclusion of each session, time was dedicated to reflection and collective discussion. During this phase, the students were able to describe the experiments they had performed and the conclusions they reached, thus synthesizing their experiences in the notebook. To obtain tangible and objective results, and to assess the effectiveness of the proposed experimentation, a questionnaire was administered at the beginning and at the end of the course, which allowed for checking the understanding of the concepts addressed in the experiments. The research led to a positive outcome, highlighting the success of applying the phases of the scientific method and the students’ understanding of the topic proposed.
L’elaborato di Tesi illustra una sperimentazione didattica condotta in una classe terza della Scuola Primaria. L’argomento della ricerca è l’acqua, affrontata utilizzando il metodo scientifico, all’interno di un contesto di didattica laboratoriale e di Inquiry-Based Science Education. Sono stati proposti quattro esperimenti scientifici, condotti seguendo le fasi del metodo sperimentale, al fine di esplorare e conoscere alcune proprietà e caratteristiche dell’acqua. Gli studenti, attraverso un approccio attivo e collaborativo, hanno avuto la possibilità di osservare un fenomeno, formulare delle ipotesi e verificare queste ultime attraverso gli esperimenti scientifici. Le attività hanno stimolato la curiosità degli allievi, motivandoli ad apprendere attraverso la ricerca e l’indagine, che sono state il fulcro dell’intero percorso didattico effettuato. Durante i quattro incontri ci si è voluti focalizzare sull’applicazione delle fasi del metodo scientifico ai diversi fenomeni selezionati. Nel momento conclusivo di ciascun incontro si è dedicato del tempo alla riflessione e alla discussione collettiva. In questa fase gli studenti hanno potuto descrivere gli esperimenti svolti e le conclusioni alle quali sono giunti, sintetizzando così le esperienze sul quaderno. Per ottenere risultati tangibili e oggettivi, e per valutare l’efficacia della sperimentazione proposta, è stato somministrato un questionario all’inizio e alla fine del percorso, che ha permesso di verificare l’avvenuta comprensione dei concetti oggetto degli esperimenti. La ricerca ha condotto ad un esito positivo, evidenziando il successo nell’applicazione delle fasi del metodo scientifico e l’avvenuta comprensione degli argomenti proposti.
Scoprire l'acqua attraverso il metodo scientifico: sperimentazione didattica in una classe terza primaria
CASASOLA, ANGELICA
2024/2025
Abstract
This thesis illustrates a didactic experiment conducted in a third-grade class of Primary School. The topic of the research is water, explored using the scientific method, within the context of laboratory teaching and Inquiry-Based Science Education. Four scientific experiments were proposed, conducted by following the phases of the experimental method, in order to explore and learn about some properties and characteristics of water. The students, through an active and collaborative approach, had the opportunity to observe a phenomenon, formulate hypotheses and verify these through scientific experiments. The activities stimulated the students’ curiosity, motivating them to learn through research and investigation, which were the core of the entire didactic journey undertaken. During the four sessions, the focus was on the application of the phases of the scientific methos to the various selected phenomena. At the conclusion of each session, time was dedicated to reflection and collective discussion. During this phase, the students were able to describe the experiments they had performed and the conclusions they reached, thus synthesizing their experiences in the notebook. To obtain tangible and objective results, and to assess the effectiveness of the proposed experimentation, a questionnaire was administered at the beginning and at the end of the course, which allowed for checking the understanding of the concepts addressed in the experiments. The research led to a positive outcome, highlighting the success of applying the phases of the scientific method and the students’ understanding of the topic proposed.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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