Document Type
Book
Publication Title
Theoretical and Practical Teaching Strategies for K-12 Science Education in the Digital Age
Abstract
The past two decades have ushered changes regarding the national science curriculum for K-12 students. Focusing on gifted and talented (GT) students, the literature reveals they clamor for unique experiences in constructing their knowledge in science education. This chapter explores science instruction for GT in this digital age using a Makerspace learning environment. Guided by the tenets of the Next Generation Science Standards, this chapter is supported by outlined standards and objectives connecting science content to GT learners' unique needs. The theory of socialization, specifically cognitive development coupled with the theory of constructivism, was used to ground this chapter. Results show Makerspace learning environments where GT students are exposed to inductive strategies and yield a greater return on student learning investments compared to the traditional deductive science classroom environment.
First Page
19
Last Page
48
DOI
10.4018/978-1-6684-5585-2.ch002
Publication Date
2023
ISBN
9781668455852
Recommended Citation
Johnson-Leslie, Natalie A.; Hays, Allen; and Marsh, Rebekah S., "Science Instruction for Students Identified as Gifted and Talented: The Efficacy of Makerspace in This Digital Age" (2023). Teacher Education Faculty Publications. 5.
https://arch.astate.edu/ebs-tedu-facpub/5
