Problem-Solving in Science and Technology Education.
Book chapter > Chapter Research Book · 2023
Authors: Bülent Çavaş, Pınar ÇAVAŞ, Şengül Anagün
Contemporary Issues in Science and Technology Education, Chapter Research Book, Springer-Verlag , B, International, 2023, pp 253-265, Switzerland, -
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-24259-5
Summary
<p>This chapter focuses on problem-solving, which involves describing a problem, figuring out its root cause, locating, ranking and choosing potential solutions, as well as putting those solutions into action in science and technology education. This chapter covers (1) what problem-solving means for science and technology education; (2) what the problem-solving processes are and how these processes can be used step-by-step for effective problem-solving and (3) the use of problem-solving in citizen science projects supported by the European Union. The chapter also includes discussion of and recommendations for future scientific research in the field of science and technology education.</p>