Science teachers research skills through the use of scientific method: The case of Turkey

Abstract

This experimental study examined the science teachers' research skills through the use of scientific method. At first, a training program was developed for science teachers to gain the knowledge, skills, and experience they need to successfully plan, apply, evaluate and report a research. Then, the training program was applied to 40 science teachers. Before the study, an expectation interview was done; and after the study, a perception interview was done to the participants. As a result of the study, it was concluded that science teachers are aware of the importance of gaining research skills, they developed positive affective attitudes towards scientific method, and they acquired knowledge and experience about scientific method.