Active Teaching Techniques in Science Education: Effects on Students` Scientific Creativity

Authors : Özge Gülap, Ozlem Karakoc-topal

Pages : 1566-1600

Doi:10.18039/ajesi.1658106

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Publication Date : 2025-12-28

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The impact of active teaching techniques in science classes on the scientific creativity of 6th-grade students is examined in this research. A total of 38 sixth graders from a private school were included in the study, which utilized a mixed-method experimental design. Quantitative data were collected using a scientific creativity test developed by Hu and Adey (2002), while qualitative data were gathered through semi-structured interviews. A significant difference was found in the post-test scores of the experimental group compared to the control group. Notably, improvements were observed in the fluency and flexibility scores, and increased post-test scores were reported by students who initially scored low in originality across all pre-test areas. The qualitative findings were consistent with the quantitative results, as an increase in perceived creativity was reported by the students. Although no significant difference was indicated in the alternative uses sub-test according to the quantitative findings, an increased awareness of alternative uses for various objects was highlighted by the students. Additionally, challenges associated with a limited number of participants and their unfamiliarity with dyadic interviewing were discussed, and potential solutions to address these issues were proposed.
Keywords : Bilimsel yaratıcılık, SCAMPER, aktif öğretim teknikleri

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