2015 개정 과학과 교육과정에 따른 초등학교 과학 교과의 탐구활동 유형 분석- 3~4학년군 과학 교과서를 중심으로 -

Abstract

In this study, the types of inquiry activities presented in grade 3 and 4 science textbooks according to the 2015 revised science curriculum were analyzed. They were compared according to grade level and five areas. The science textbooks for elementary 3rd and 4th graders contain many different types of inquiry activities, and are designed to cultivate science and core competencies through student-focused inquiry classes. As a result of analyzing the types of inquiry activities presented in the five areas of motion and energy(physics), materials(chemistry), life(life sciences), earth and space(earth sciences), and integration, the experiment and observation activities were the most common. Earth and space were the most simulated because of the nature of subjects that were difficult to experiment and observe. In order to achieve the goal of science education in elementary school, inquiry activities should be presented in consideration of students’ cognitive level, curriculum content, and subject areas.