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Journal article
Changes in science content knowledge and attitudes toward science teaching of educators attending a zoo-based neuroscience professional development
The Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues and Ideas, Vol.86, pp.238-245
86
2013
Abstract
Informal learning environments often host teachers for learning opportunities, but little is known about the impact of these experiences on teacher professional development (PD). This article describes a unique collaborative PD experience between zoological park personnel and university faculty, examining the impact on teacher content knowledge, attitudes, and classroom lessons. Our findings suggest that the PD improved science content, but made no impact on already high attitudes toward science. In light of the high level of self-reported satisfaction and high frequency of teacher lesson plan use, we propose that the PD had other positive outcomes such as pedagogical knowledge and authentic learning experiences.
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- Title
- Changes in science content knowledge and attitudes toward science teaching of educators attending a zoo-based neuroscience professional development
- Publication Details
- The Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues and Ideas, Vol.86, pp.238-245
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publisher
- Inor Pub. Co; Menasha, Wis
- Series
- 86
- Copyright
- © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC
- Identifiers
- 99380090349606600
- Academic Unit
- School of Education; School of Education
- Language
- English