Nataša Dolenc Orbani?|Darja Skribe Dimec|Majda Cenci?
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A CONSTRUCTIVIST TEACHING MODEL ON STUDENTS’ UNDERSTANDING OF PHOTOSYNTHESIS
University of Primorska|University of Ljubljana|University of Primorska
photosynthesis one fundamental processes earth ranks among demanding science concepts students associated number misconceptions improving students understanding learning outcomes constructivist approach proven one effective research constructivist teaching model photosynthesis ctmp designed effectiveness students understanding tested students n201 slovenian primary schools aged 1112 years participated research ctmp used experimental group eg traditional teaching approach used control group cg students learning achievements evaluated using paperandpencil tests test items classified three groups based blooms taxonomy 1 knowledge 2 comprehension application 3 analysis synthesis evaluation mannwhitney utest showed eg better learning outcomes cg statistically significant differences found highest cognitive level ctmp contributes improvement teaching learning photosynthesis fosters development higherorder thinking offers opportunity integration constructivist approach science classes help increase quality acquired knowledge raise level scientific literacy population key words teaching photosynthesis constructivist approach blooms taxonomy primary school