THE ROLE OF DEMONSTRATIONS IN THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF PHYSICS IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN KOSOVO

Ramadani, Fehmi (2024) THE ROLE OF DEMONSTRATIONS IN THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF PHYSICS IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN KOSOVO. SCIENTIFIC BULLETIN (Series in Applied Sciences) (37). pp. 40-50. ISSN ISSN: 2078-7111

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Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of demonstrations in the teaching and
learning of physics in elementary schools. Focusing on a constructivist approach
to teaching theory, this study aims to show how well-prepared demonstrations can
help increase students' interest in physics, improve their understanding of difficult
physical concepts, and enhance their problem-solving skills.
The methodology of the study is based on a quantitative analysis and
assessments of a small sample of students in primary schools, using surveys and
short interviews conducted by physics teachers. This study involves a methodology
in action, with the design of the experiment carried out in the elementary school
"Fazli Grajçefci" in the Municipality of Mitrovica, with the participation of
students from two sixth-grade classes. The pre-test and post-test method was
employed in an experimental class of 20 students, where teaching instructions were
based on demonstrations from the physics subject. Meanwhile, another class of 22
students learned through traditional teaching methods. The study utilized various
techniques and instruments for analysis, including the pre-test, observation of
students during the learning process, a checklist, and the post-test.
The results of the study showed that students who had completed physics
demonstrations had more interest and motivation to learn, better understood
difficult concepts, and were better prepared for laboratory exercises.
In conclusion, this study suggests that the use of demonstrations in
teaching physics in elementary schools can be a powerful tool for improving the
teaching and learning of this subject. Furthermore, this approach can be applied to
other scientific disciplines and can help enhance students' ability to understand
and solve complex problems in natural sciences.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Social Sciences > Educational sciences Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Natural sciences > Physical sciences
Divisions:	Faculty of Education
Depositing User:	Josif Petrovski
Date Deposited:	28 Jun 2025 11:16
Last Modified:	28 Jun 2025 11:16
URI:	https://eprints.uklo.edu.mk/id/eprint/10978

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