Science in ECE

What is a key feature of the Discovery Approach in science education?

• Rote memorization of facts

• Encourages critical thinking

• Teacher-led lectures only

• Strict adherence to pre-defined answers

Which theorist is associated with the idea that children build knowledge through experience, a concept foundational to the Discovery Approach?

• Vygotsky

• Bruner

• Piaget

• Kohlberg

The Discovery Approach supports natural learning and honors what aspect of children?

• Their obedience

• Their interests

• Their handwriting

• Their ability to sit still

What kind of learning is emphasized in the Discovery Approach, involving social interaction where teachers scaffold thinking?

• Individual learning

• Social learning

• Passive learning

• Competitive learning

Discovery enhances motivation and what other aspect of learning?

• Speed

• Retention

• Cost

• Simplicity

How do children primarily learn science through discovery?

• By listening to lectures

• Through trial and error

• By reading textbooks

• By watching demonstrations

What is the role of the teacher in Discovery Learning?

• To provide all the right answers

• To over-direct students

• To ask open-ended questions

• To rush the learning process

A teacher using the Discovery Approach should avoid what action?

• Observing and documenting

• Letting children make mistakes

• Providing the 'right answer'

• Offering natural materials

Integrated Discovery Centers can combine Art with Science to encourage activities like:

• Solving algebraic equations

• Mixing colors and observing texture changes

• Writing historical essays

• Practicing musical instruments

What is a recommended strategy for inquiry-based guidance when teaching through discovery?

• Only giving direct instructions

• Telling students exactly what to think

• Asking 'What made you think that?'

• Ignoring student observations