Iteration of Experimental Activities for Heat Conduction: Introducing Aspects of the Nature of Scientific Inquiry
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Apr 17, 2026
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heat conduction iteration nature of scientific inquiry Pickering model primary education
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This paper presents four iterations made to experimental activities on heat conduction, in order to introduce the teaching of aspects of the Nature of Scientific Inquiry (NOSI) in them, following the current proposals in science education. Pickering's theoretical framework was utilised to articulate the iterations. In summary, the changes refer to the use of inquiry strategies (model 5E) and the teaching and use of inquiry practices (control of variables, measurement errors), as well as explicit and reflective teaching of aspects of NOSI.
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