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Title:
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EXPANDING THE SCIENCE AND WRITING CURRICULAR SPACE: THE GLOBALED2 PROJECT |
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Author(s):
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Kimberly A. Lawless, Scott W. Brown, Kamila Browdowinska Bruscianelli, Mark A. Boyer, Greg Mullin, Mariya Yukhymenko, Gena Khodos, Lisa Lynn, Andrew Cutter, Nicole Powell, Maria Fernada Enriquez |
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ISBN:
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978-989-8533-04-3 |
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Editors:
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Demetrios G Sampson, J. Michael Spector, Dirk Ifenthaler and Pedro Isaías |
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Year:
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2011 |
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Edition:
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Single |
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Keywords:
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Problem-based learning, instructional technology, socio-scientific reasoning, writing, self-efficacy, interest |
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Type:
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Full Paper |
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First Page:
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154 |
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Last Page:
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160 |
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Language:
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English |
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Full Contents:
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Paper Abstract:
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GlobalEd 2 (GE2) is a set of problem-based learning simulations for middle and high school aged students, designed to promote a 21st century global citizenry. Building upon an online communications system and a simulation specific, web-based research environment, GE2 links classrooms of 7th and 8th grade students, who are otherwise separated by physical distance and socio- economic boundaries, with one another through synchronous and asynchronous technologies as they play the role of international science advisors. This paper presents findings from a set of simulations (student n=535). Results indicate positive changes in students interest in pursuing future science education and careers, increase self-efficacy in writing and high quality of written persuasive arguments as a result of participation in GE2. The implications of these results are discussed along with direction for future research. |
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