Views of future Special Education teachers on teaching Natural Sciences during Practicum
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores the views of 91 students from the Department of Special Education at the University of Thessaly regarding the teaching of Natural Sciences during their practicum. Implementing a questionnaire adapted from the DAS instrument, this research focuses on student' views concerning the value of Natural Sciences, their sense of self-efficacy, the role of digital tools, and interdisciplinary approaches in science teaching. The results indicate that students hold positive views regarding their abilities and recognize the importance of engaging methodologies for inclusive Natural Sciences education. Implications for practicum design and teacher preparation programs are discussed.
Source: Νημερτής
DOI: 10.26220/rev.5423
Authors: SOTIROPOULOS, DIMITRIOS, RAIKOU, NATASSA, KALOGIANNAKIS (Greece), MICHAIL
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7081919463
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