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What are the characteristics of the students who participated in this study?

  • They were mostly from diverse racial backgrounds, mainly Latina/o, African Americans, and Asian, with a smaller percentage of White students. (correct)
  • They came from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds. (correct)
  • They were all high-achieving students with a strong interest in environmental science.
  • They were all in the 8th grade and had a shared interest in urban environments.

    • Which of these were NOT used as methods for data collection in the study?

  • Content-based think-alouds.
  • Mapping and autophotography.
  • Interviews.
  • Surveys and questionnaires. (correct)

    • What was the primary focus of the study?

  • The relationship between environmental education and student academic achievement.
  • The impact of social media on urban children's understanding of place.
  • Urban children's sense of place and how it is shaped by their lived experiences. (correct)
  • The effectiveness of different teaching methods in an urban middle school setting.

    • What is the significance of the 'sense of place events' in the study?

    <p>They offer insights into how students perceive and express their understanding of place. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered in the analytic questions to operationalize sense of place during the analysis?

    <p>Students' attitudes towards the school curriculum. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'dual coding process' in the data analysis?

    <p>To identify patterns and themes related to sense of place in the data. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a sense of place event in the study?

    <p>A group of students discussing their favorite places in the city during a class discussion. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the study focus on the 'pigeon study unit' and 'playground study unit'?

    <p>They provide contrasting examples of how students engage with their local environment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's main concern about the education system?

    <p>The lack of attention to students' everyday experiences. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dewey believe schools should prioritize?

    <p>The student's experiences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author believe is the impact of education on students' sense of place?

    <p>It often leads to a disconnection between students and their communities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a contributing factor to the disconnection between students and school?

    <p>Students' lack of interest in scientific ideas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author mean by "instructional bridges"?

    <p>Bridging the gap between the culture of science and students' home cultures. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the National Standards in Science Education mentioned in the text?

    <p>It aims to bridge the gap between scientific theories and real-world applications. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's stance on the importance of sense of place in science education?

    <p>Sense of place should be integrated into science education, but research is lacking. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's central argument in this passage?

    <p>The disconnect between students' experiences and school curriculum is a major challenge in education. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the MAIN point made in the text about making one's "sense of place" public?

    <p>It can lead to more opportunities for personal and community learning. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Andre's question, "Can pigeons be racists?"

    <p>It sparked a class discussion centered around the concept of racism. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a significant consequence of Luis keeping his sense of place private?

    <p>He missed out on an opportunity to engage in a deeper understanding of science. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between Jameer and Luis's approach to their sense of place?

    <p>Jameer was more open to sharing his experiences, while Luis kept his personal observations private. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best represents the role of Mr. Nader in the class discussion about pigeons?

    <p>He acted as a facilitator, guiding the discussion and encouraging student participation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the MOST likely reason Mr. Nader brought up the Brown vs. Board of Education anniversary?

    <p>To connect the class discussion about pigeons with a historical event related to segregation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Fred's comment, "It's like a wolf pack?"

    <p>It challenges the idea that pigeons are racist by suggesting they have a hierarchical social structure. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recurring theme in the discussion of "sense of place" and learning in the text?

    <p>The need for educators to provide clear and direct instructions on scientific concepts. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the tension highlighted in the passage reveal about science education?

    <p>It reveals that teachers are often caught between their desire to follow the curriculum and their desire to incorporate spontaneous learning opportunities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, why is it important to develop a 'responsive and dynamic culture' in science classes?

    <p>To allow for the integration of students' everyday experiences and perspectives into the learning process. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main point the authors make about the connection between scientific thinking and everyday thinking?

    <p>The curriculum should explicitly promote making these connections, rather than leaving it solely to the students. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the passage define 'epistemological tensions'?

    <p>Tensions that arise from differences between scientific and everyday ways of thinking. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what should be done to promote a more effective science learning environment?

    <p>Students should be encouraged to share their everyday experiences and perspectives in the classroom. (A), Teachers should be given more freedom to deviate from the curriculum and explore student-led learning opportunities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest is a challenge for science education?

    <p>Science education faces the challenge of balancing a rigorous curriculum with opportunities for student-driven exploration and inquiry. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What, according to the passage, is a common misconception about science education?

    <p>Students are often taught scientific thinking as a separate and distinct process from everyday thinking. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest is a more effective approach to science education?

    <p>An approach that integrates scientific concepts with students' personal experiences and perspectives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Luis's sense of place impact his participation in science class?

    <p>Luis chose to avoid participating in class activities to protect his sense of place. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Luis's behavior considered an active identification of his sense of place?

    <p>Luis's behavior was a deliberate attempt to avoid challenges to his sense of place. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, how did students in Mr. Nader's class use their sense of place?

    <p>Students used their sense of place to understand and engage with science lessons. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what can we infer about the students' motivations for their behavior?

    <p>Students were driven by a desire to maintain their personal sense of place in the classroom. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the author's perspective on students' sense of place in the classroom?

    <p>Sense of place is a complex factor that can both enhance and hinder learning. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the passage?

    <p>To describe the different ways that students tend to their sense of place in science class. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the concept of 'tending' one's sense of place, based on the passage?

    <p>It can involve both active and passive actions, depending on the individual and the situation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best reflects the author's main point?

    <p>Students' sense of place has a significant impact on their participation in science class. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Miyoun's primary reason for remembering the social studies question?

    <p>It ended her streak of perfect scores. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the intended message of the social studies question about architecture in Seoul?

    <p>To demonstrate Seoul's economic and social progress. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Miyoun's personal experience challenge the message of the question?

    <p>She lived in a neighborhood where the types of architecture considered outdated still existed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Miyoun's experience reveal about the relationship between education and a child's sense of place?

    <p>Children's lived experiences can clash with the curriculum's perceived reality. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's perspective on the "reality bite" Miyoun received?

    <p>It was a negative experience that contradicted Miyoun's understanding of her own neighborhood. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's primary purpose in sharing Miyoun's story?

    <p>To highlight the importance of understanding children's sense of place in education. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author imply about the relationship between a child's sense of place and their educational experience?

    <p>They should be mutually reinforcing and intertwined. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author's reference to Miyoun learning a "bitter lesson" about being a good student suggests that:

    <p>Miyoun felt that her school experience was negative and disconnected from her real life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Sense of Place

    The connection and significance individuals attach to a specific environment or location.

    Dewey's Critique

    John Dewey emphasized the disconnection between children's experiences and school curriculum.

    Cultural Integration in Education

    Incorporating students' cultural backgrounds into educational practices to enhance learning.

    Disconnection in Education

    The gap between children's out-of-school experiences and what they learn at school.

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    Instructional Bridges

    Strategies that connect classroom learning with students' cultural contexts and experiences.

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    National Standards in Science Education

    Guidelines emphasizing the application of scientific concepts to real-world contexts.

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    Empowering Sense of Place

    Positive feelings and opportunities derived from a strong connection to one's environment.

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    Science Education Models

    Frameworks that illustrate how students can integrate place in science learning.

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    Educational System's Response

    How schools acknowledge or ignore students' backgrounds and experiences.

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    Cultural Conflict

    The clash between a child's lived experiences and the educational curriculum.

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    Political Agenda in Education

    The underlying aims or motivations that shape educational content and assessments.

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    Reality Bite

    A realization that challenges a person's beliefs or expectations.

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    Separation of Home and School

    The divide between a child's home life and the academic environment.

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    Slate Houses

    Traditional housing with slate roofs, sometimes overlooked in modern settings.

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    Social Studies Exam Misunderstanding

    A moment of confusion in academic assessments that reflects personal perspectives.

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    Luis' Behavior

    Luis' quietness was a reflection of his determination to respect his sense of place identity, rather than active participation.

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    Non-participatory Behavior

    Actions that do not directly involve active engagement in discussions or activities, yet can indicate personal values.

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    Active Engagement

    Participation in activities or discussions that demonstrates an individual’s involvement and investment.

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    Place Identity

    An individual’s sense of self based on their personal connection to a specific place.

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    Taking Care of Sense of Place

    A student's effort to uphold their personal sense of belonging when it feels threatened.

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    Leveraging Sense of Place

    Using one's emotional and cultural connections to contribute meaningfully in learning environments.

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    Classroom Dynamics

    The interactions and relationships between students and teachers in a learning environment.

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    Ethnographic approaches

    Research methods focused on understanding cultural phenomena from the insider's perspective.

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    Union school demographics

    The ethnic and social economic profile of the student body at Union school.

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    Environmental statistics classes

    Classes focused on the study of environmental data and statistics in real-world contexts.

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    Data generation methods

    Techniques used to collect data, such as interviews and observation.

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    Dual coding process

    An analytical technique involving two ways of coding data for deeper insights.

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    Sense of place events

    Selected episodes from classroom data reflecting students' connections to their neighborhood.

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    Lived experiences

    Personal interactions and engagements in one's environment that shape perceptions of place.

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    Importance of Public Sense of Place

    Making one's sense of place known enhances community learning.

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    Andre's Question

    Andre's question about pigeons initiated a class discussion on racism.

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    Role of Discussion in Learning

    Class discussions foster deeper understanding of concepts.

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    Observations of Pigeons

    Students observe and debate if pigeons exhibit racist behaviors.

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    Humans and Animals

    The class draws parallels between human and animal social behaviors.

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    Freedom of Expression in Class

    Allowing students to voice opinions enhances engagement and thought.

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    Racism Discussion

    The conversation shifted to understanding racism through different perspectives.

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    Cultural Context in Learning

    Integrating students' experiences creates a richer educational dialogue.

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    Epistemological Tensions

    Conflicts arising from differing ways of understanding knowledge.

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    Procedural Tensions

    Struggles involved in decision-making processes within education.

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    Flexible Science Culture

    An adaptable environment in the classroom that nurtures inquiry and responsiveness.

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    Scientific Ways of Thinking

    Cognitive approaches encouraged in science education focusing on logic and experimentation.

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    Everyday Ways of Thinking

    Common, personal, and practical thought processes used by students outside of school.

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    Curricular Design

    The structure and plan of educational content and learning experiences.

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    Internalizing Scientific Concepts

    The process of understanding and integrating scientific ideas into everyday thinking.

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    Study Notes

    Introduction

    • This study analyzes low-income, urban middle school children's sense of place and how it affects science learning.
    • The study explores how students leverage their sense of place in a science classroom, how the science content and context shape their use of place, and the learning opportunities that arise when place is leveraged.
    • The study used ethnographic investigation of environmental statistics classes.
    • The findings characterize students' sense of place and look at how it's leveraged in class.
    • Two kinds of tensions that emerged when sense of place was leveraged by students and acknowledged by the teacher are discussed: epistemological (related to what the students are learning) and procedural (related to how they are learning).

    Theoretical Background

    • The belief is that the process of learning is deeply influenced by sense of place.
    • Sense of place is defined as a living ecological relationship between a person and a place, incorporating physical, biological, social, cultural, and political factors.
    • This study focuses on understanding urban children's sense of place and how it matters in a science classroom, particularly through a lifeworld perspective.
    • The study uses a narrative from the first author to explain the importance of sense of place, specifically as it relates to the learner and the researcher in a classroom environment.
    • The question of how the educational system acknowledges and responds to children's sense of place, and how children's sense of place might conflict with imposed senses of place is raised.

    Science Learning and Sense of Place

    • Little research documents and explains children's sense of place in educational contexts.
    • The study aims to understand urban children's sense of place and how it affects science learning.
    • The process of learning benefits from taking into account sense of place.
    • Place itself is not just a geographical location; it encompasses physical, biological, social, cultural, and political factors, and the relationship between the individual and the locale/location.

    Methodology

    • The research used ethnographic approaches to study urban children's interactions with their sense of place in a classroom setting.
    • The study focused on sixth and eighth grade students.
    • The research involved interviews, mapping, auto-photography, data-based think-alouds, and observation of student work.
    • Data was analyzed in multiple ways: coding classroom activities, identifying sense of place events, examining how these events interacted with aspects of students' lives, and looking at the sources, processes, and outcomes of these sense of place events.

    Findings and Discussion

    • Students expressed their sense of place through activities and discussions in class.
    • Two types of tensions emerged: epistemological and procedural.
    • Epistemological tensions related to conflicting views on scientific knowledge and students' personal understanding and experience.
    • Procedural tensions focused on how the curriculum was structured to leverage or accommodate students' sense of place.
    • Many students demonstrated deep connections with their local place.
    • The study suggests that incorporating students' sense of place can make learning more meaningful and relevant.
    • Students actively participated in creating classroom culture, even developing a sense of ownership/identity with their environment.
    • Learning is not just about knowledge, but about how students understand and interact with their surroundings in relation to their feelings, activities, and priorities, considering how they define those aspects.

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