Can I have a word please: Strategies to enhance understanding of subject specific language in chemistry by international and non-traditional students
Abstract
In this paper we discuss the outcomes of our research into effective teaching strategies to enhance understanding of subject specific language by international and non-traditional students. Teaching strategies with an emphasis on improving scientific literacy were trialled over the course of the academic year 2010/11 in foundation level chemistry. The outcomes from this research led to the development of an E-glossary to support the development of subject language understanding. The E-glossary was trialled over the academic year 2011/12. It consists of student generated content (with over 100 contributions) explaining scientific terms and concepts in a variety of ways at an appropriate level for foundation students. The outcomes of this research are considered in relation to the development of scientific literacy and conceptual understanding.
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PDFDOI: https://doi.org/10.29311/ndtps.v0i9.480
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New Directions in the Teaching of Natural Sciences
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