Science Learning Cycle (SLC) model with seven stages of investigation

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Description

SLC is a learning approach that "use science literature including reflection journals, class notes, the inquiry data, and other artifacts of learning that reflect the stages of a scientific investigation", represented through discussion between group roles. It consists of three interconnected components — organizing the science record, role on literacy cycles, and student-made artifacts — and proceeds through seven stages: questions, prediction, planning, observation, conclusions, new questions or ideas, and conclusion journal. The article applies it in grade-11 physics on Direct Current Electricity.

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

• Group roles (such as great idea developer and discussion leader) must be assigned so students document predictions and lead discussion
• Learning instruments including syllabus, lesson plan, and student worksheet aligned to national competency standards

Constraints

• The article notes responsibilities of each role should be adjusted to the ability development of each student, since not all students have the same ability

Target Learners

• secondary vocational school students, grade 11

Learning Goals

• conceptual understanding of physics (Direct Current Electricity)
• scientific literacy
• independent learning skills

Claims

• Slc Better Conceptual Understanding Gain [+M]
• Slc Higher Learning Independence Scores [+M]

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Key Sources

• Dwi Sulisworo, Novitasari Sutadi. (2017). Science Learning Cycle Method to Enhance the Conceptual Understanding and the Learning Independence on Physics Learning. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE), 6(1). http://iaesjournal.com/online/index.php/IJERE

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title	Science Learning Cycle (SLC) model with seven stages of investigation
description	SLC is a learning approach that "use science literature including reflection journals, class notes, the inquiry data, and other artifacts of learning that reflect the stages of a scientific investigation", represented...
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