Computer Based Practical Works and Mean Percentage Score of the Students in Cell Transport Mechanism.pptx

a research proposal that explores the computer-aided lab simulation using basic science concepts focusing on cell transport

1. Improvement of Learning Outcomes through Computer- Based Practical Work Choryn Modina Regie Magallanes Michelle Ann Junco

2. Introduction Diffusion and osmosis are central concepts in Biology, both at the cellular and organ levels. They are presented throughout introductory Biology textbooks, yet both processes are often difficult for students to understand (Odom, 1995; Zuckerman, 1994; Sanger et al., 2001). Simulated experiments are known to be an effective teaching tool in other areas of science (Gibbons et al., 2004; Roschelle et al., 2000).

3. Introduction Classroom simulation is a method of teaching/learning or evaluating learning of curricular content that is based on an actual situation. A simulation is a form of experiential learning. The simulation, designed to replicate a real-life situation as closely as desired, has students assume roles as they analyze data, make decisions and solve the problems inherent in the situation.

4. Introduction Simulation offers a close to reality experience and one of its advantages is that students can reset the process, restart everything, and try alternative strategies and approaches. “think on their feet, not in their seat.”

5. Review of Related Literature Hodson, D. 1990, "A critical look at practical work in school science", an effective teacher plans practical work with specific learning objectives in mind. By using different pedagogical approaches, the same practical task can be used to achieve different learning outcomes.

6. Review of Related Literature Paul Kirschner & Willibrord Huisman, 1998, Practical (laboratory) work in science education has traditionally been used to allow students to rediscover already known concepts and ideas, to demonstrate concepts taught in the classroom or, in the case of inquiry-based science curricula, to teach concepts.

7. Review of Related Literature Practical knowledge is more important than theoretical knowledge. Practical work includes experiments in laboratories, study tours, projects, assignments etc. the advantages of practical work are unmatched. Getting theoretical knowledge has no value until students can apply it for practical purposes. When you do something with your own hands you remember better.

8. Methodology Research Design Phenomenological research design Quasi-experimental design

9. Methodology The Sample This study will be conducted in Baybay City Senior High School in Baybay City, Leyte, purposive sampling technique Simple random sampling using lottery method

10. Methodology Instrumentation Test will be used to evaluate the proximal and distal assessment respectively. Pre-test during the proximal assessment and post-test during the distal assessment will be conducted both in traditional way of teaching and using the computer-aided laboratory simulation in cell-transport mechanisms and permeability (Stabler and Zao, 2003).

11. Methodology Data Collection Procedure The study will be conducted in two phases in each strategy or intervention. During the first phase, validity coefficients will measure the student learning of the content addressed during the observed lesson (proximal assessment). During the second phase of the study, validity coefficients will be computed based on end-of-year assessments as the criterion (distal assessment) (Marzano, 2014).

12. Methodology Statistical Analysis The study will used T-test as the statistical tool in analyzing the data. T-test for dependent groups or correlated t t-test will be specifically employed which concerned with the difference between the average scores of a single sample of individuals who are assessed at two different times (such as before treatment and after treatment).

13. References: K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum. (2016). General Biology 1 Curriculum Guide. STEM Specialized Subject.pp. 2-3. Meir, Eli., et al. (2017). How Effective Are Simulated Molecular-level Experiments for Teaching Diffusion and Osmosis?. Cell Biology Education. Salkind, Neil J. (2007). Test & Measurement, Quantitative/Statistical Research.SAGE Publications Stith, Bradley J. ( 2004). Use of Animation in Teaching Cell Biology. Cell Biology Education. University of Colorado.