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The Learning Effectiveness of Inquiry-basedinstruction among Vocational High School Students
| Content Provider | Semantic Scholar |
|---|---|
| Author | 顏郁人 |
| Copyright Year | 2016 |
| Abstract | This aim of this study was to explore the learning effectiveness of inquiry-basedinstruction among vocational high school students. The sample consisted of 20students at a maritime polytechnic vocational high school in southern Taiwan, andthe instruction focused on the laboratory practices for assembling and disassemblingpower equipment. We used a single-group design and conducted pre- and posttests tomeasure changes in basic capabilities, motivation for an interest in studying science,and performance on a skill examination table.The study results indicate that inquiry-based instruction significantly improved thebasic academic abilities and skills of students. This improvement was especiallypronounced with respect to the self-efficacy and performance goal dimensions relatedto the motivation to study science. No significant differences were found for the threedimensions related to interest in studying science attitude toward science, learningatmosphere, and student engagement. |
| File Format | PDF HTM / HTML |
| Alternate Webpage(s) | http://www.erint.savap.org.pk/PDF/Vol.2(2)/ERInt.2013(2.2-03).pdf |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
