Speakers
Description
Results of international assessments (PISA, TALIS) revealed below-average performance in scientific literacy, problem-solving and critical thinking of Croatian students and teachers. That highlights the need for improvement. To address this, we undertook an innovative project, integrating ESG principles to contextualize formal knowledge in real-world settings – ESG Junior Program. The program utilizes physics, as a fundamental science, to address real-world challenges. Connecting schools with local communities, students research local issues and develop solutions, gaining practical skills for future labour market participation. Project is implemented in six pilot schools in Croatia. At the conference, we will present developed scenarios and applied methodology.
| Education level | Outreach, Informal & Non-formal learning of physics |
|---|---|
| Physics topic | Interdisciplinary topics |
| Research focus | Innovative instructional strategies and pathways |
| Research method | Educational design research (Qualitative research) |
| Organizing preference criteria | Education level |
