Slowmation: A multimodal strategy for engaging children with primary science
Document Type
Journal Article
Publisher
Australian Science Teachers Association
Faculty
Faculty of Education and Arts
School
School of Education / Edith Cowan Institute for Education Research
RAS ID
16087
Abstract
Multimedia technologies such as Slowmation can be used to enhance curriculum resources and support innovative teaching methods. This case study research of a rural multi-aged class of primary science students included analyses of classroom captured video and interview data from a term long module on Astronomy. The study explored how students' engagement in the construction of a Slowmation impacted on their use of science discourse and multi-modal representations of key concepts. Intentionally crafted learning and teaching with Slowmation promoted the development of students' scientific literacy and engendered a joy of science learning.
Comments
Brown, J., Murcia, K., & Hackling, M. (2013). Slowmation: A multimodal strategy for engaging children with primary science. Teaching Science, 59(4), 14-20.