30 June 2025 to 4 July 2025
Leiden University, Gorlaeus building
Europe/Amsterdam timezone
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Effect of Experiment-Based and Mathematical Modeling Approaches on Conceptual Understanding of Thermodynamics

1 Jul 2025, 15:50
20m
Leiden University, Gorlaeus building

Leiden University, Gorlaeus building

Einsteinweg 55 2333 CC Leiden https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/locations/gorlaeus-building#tab-1
Oral presentation Thermodynamics & Energy (THERMO) Parallel oral presentations

Speaker

İrem Ören

Description

This study investigates the impact of experiment-based learning and mathematical modeling on high school students' thermodynamics understanding. It aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world applications through hands-on experiments and computer-based simulations. A sample of 120 students engaged in activities on heat and temperature concepts. Pre- and post-assessments were conducted to evaluate students' learning outcomes when we compared them to their preliminary information. The results, analyzed through MANOVA to indicate significant improvements in students' conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills. These findings underline combining theoretical and practical approaches and using multidimensional methods in enhancing physics education.

Education level Age 15-18 (Secondary education)
Physics topic Thermodynamics and Energy
Research focus Active learning
Research method Mixed method (qualitative & quantitative)

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