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Children linking science and technology in the primary classroom

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This research project exemplifies how technology can facilitate scientific investigations. It also highlights how enthusiastic children can be when they are encouraged to pose their own questions and take responsibility for finding the answers. Year 5 children, working in groups, were involved in designing, making and appraising catchers and enclosures used to investigate small animals found within their school's grounds. A videotape of this project was made and should be a valuable resource for the professional development of both trainee and practising teachers. Included in the tape are children's spontaneous comments, their concern for animal welfare, and reflection on the various aspects of their investigations.

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Jane, B.L. Children linking science and technology in the primary classroom. Research in Science Education 25, 191–201 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02356451

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