The model of theoretically and empirically grounded criteria was developed and tested in frame of the project “Scientific school culture for sustainable society” as one of its key outcomes. The project was based on the idea that schools play a crucial role in fostering scientific literacy and cultivating a culture of science in society. Scientific culture was examined across four interrelated domains: the individual level, situated activity, social settings, and contextual resources. Both qualitative and quantitative research strategies were used: empirical data were collected through semi-structured individual interviews with teachers, as well as a survey involving students, parents, and teachers. A citizen science approach was applied at both collaborative and co-creative levels. The self-assessment model of scientific school culture was piloted in five secondary schools, accompanied by focus group discussions about the model’s concept, format, and application. As a result, the model was refined, specifying the statements to be included in the self-assessment tool. The main conclusion emerging from the piloting is that a self-assessment model based on theoretically and empirically grounded criteria can serve as a valuable tool for identifying areas for improvement in schools concerning the culture of science. The proposal to include a self-assessment model as an essential component in the preparation of each school's development plan was incorporated into the project's deliverable recommendations for educational administrators. This is expected to contribute to the sustainable development of a scientific culture in schools.

Authors:
Anžela Jurāne-Brēmane, Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, Latvia

About the Presenter(s)
Anžela Jurāne-Brēmane is currently an Assistant Professor at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences with more than 20 years of pedagogical work experience in various levels and types of education. Scientific interest related to assessment.

Connect on Linkedin
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anzela-jurane-bremane-77736842/

Connect on ResearchGate
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Anzela-Jurane-Bremane

Additional website of interest
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3092-3661

See this presentation on the full schedule – Thursday Schedule

Bookmark