The Utilizationof Inquiry-Based Approachin Teaching Science as Perceived by the Science Teachers and Pupils of Special Science Elementary School of Amadeo
Keywords:
Inquiry-based approach, perception, pupils, teachers, descriptive-correlation, random samplingAbstract
INTRODUCTION
Since approach is very important in teaching and learning process, it is necessary to test the effectiveness of the different approaches being used in K-12 curriculum. One of that is the used of Inquiry-based approach. This is the basis of conducting this research. The primary purpose of this research is to imply the status of inquiry-based approach in teaching Science in Special Science Elementary School as perceived by Teachers and Pupils. This is also undertaken to know the significant difference between the perception of the teachers and the pupils on the status of inquiry-based instruction.
METHODS
The study made useof the descriptive-correlation method with document analysis. Descriptive method aims to describe systematically a situation or area of interest factually and accurately while correlation is concerned with describing the degree of relation between variables.The technique utilized is survey, otherwise known as normative survey, is a fact-finding study with adequate and accurate interpretation.
RESULTS
The salient finding of the study indicate a clear, positive trend favoring inquiry-based instructionalpractices, particularly instruction that emphasizes student active thinking and drawing conclusions from data. Teaching strategies that actively engage pupils in the learning process through scientific investigations are more likely to increase conceptualunderstanding than are strategies that rely more on passive techniques, which are often necessary in current standardized assessment laden educational environment.
DISCUSSIONS
The proponent recommended to utilize continually the inquiry-based approach in teaching science in Special Science Curriculum even in regular classes. The proponent also recommended conducting further studies on the effectiveness of using Inquiry-based approach in teaching science as reflected in pupils' academic performance and the effectiveness in applying to other subjects.
