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SUMMARY:Science in the Inclusive Classroom: Research and Development of a 
 Multifaceted Approach  - Dr Ornit Spektor Levy\, Lecturer in the Science E
 ducation Graduate Programme at the School of Education\, Bar Ilan Universi
 ty\, Israel. 
DTSTART:20141208T163000Z
DTEND:20141208T180000Z
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CONTACT:Ann Waterman
DESCRIPTION:Inclusion in science classes presents a twofold difficulty: Fi
 rst\, science is perceived as difficult and complex both to teach and lear
 n. Second\, learning disabilities are varied and there is great heterogene
 ity. Despite all these\, science is considered to be a discipline with uni
 que advantages that can address the wide range of students' needs\, provid
 ing relevant topics\, hands-on activities\, meta-cognitive thinking\, sens
 omotoric experiences and teamwork. In light of the above\, we developed an
  instructional model and a didactic multi-dimensional learning environment
  - The World of Science and Technology (WOST)\, aimed at providing an answ
 er to the diversity in the heterogeneous classroom. Our findings show that
  the special characteristics of the WOST learning environment are applicab
 le. The WOST influences students with LD and most students in class in a w
 ay that they feel more active in science lessons\, more capable\, and thei
 r achievements are significantly higher. In my talk I will present our app
 roach and findings.
LOCATION:Faculty of Education\, 184 Hills Road\, Cambridge\, CB2 8PQ\, Roo
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