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Can I Have a Word Please – Strategies to Enhance Understanding of Subject Specific Language in Chemistry by International and Non-traditional Students

Rees, S.W.; Bruce, M.; Nolan, S.

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S. Nolan



Abstract

In this paper we discuss the outcomes of our research into effective teaching strategies to enhance understanding of subject specific language by international and non-traditional students. Teaching strategies with an emphasis on improving scientific literacy were trialled over the course of the academic year 2010/11 in foundation level chemistry. The outcomes from this research led to the development of an E-glossary to support the development of subject language understanding. The E-glossary was trialled over the academic year 2011/12. It consists of student generated content (with over 100 contributions) explaining scientific terms and concepts in a variety of ways at an appropriate level for foundation students. The outcomes of this research are considered in relation to the development of scientific literacy and conceptual understanding.

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Rees, S., Bruce, M., & Nolan, S. (2013). Can I Have a Word Please – Strategies to Enhance Understanding of Subject Specific Language in Chemistry by International and Non-traditional Students. New Directions in the Teaching of Physical Sciences, 9(1), 8-13. https://doi.org/10.11120/ndir.2013.00012

Journal Article Type Article
Publication Date Oct 1, 2013
Deposit Date Oct 25, 2013
Publicly Available Date Apr 2, 2015
Journal New Directions in the Teaching of Physical Sciences
Print ISSN 1740-9888
Electronic ISSN 2051-3615
Publisher University of Leicester Open Journals
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 9
Issue 1
Pages 8-13
DOI https://doi.org/10.11120/ndir.2013.00012

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