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A study of the effects of integrating experiential learning into life education through picture books on third gradeLiu, Yi-ting 25 July 2012 (has links)
The study uses the nonequivalent quasi-experiment designs to explore the effects of integrating experiential learning into life education through picture books for third grade elementary students¡¦ life attitude instant and continuous influences.
Samples were taken from two classes of third grade elementary students in Kaohsiung County. Twenty students in the class one as experimental group, nineteen students in the class two as control group. The duration of the course took two hours a week until ten weeks in the field of ¡§Integrative Activities Learning Area.¡¨
The experimental group uses the method of integrating experiential learning while the control group uses the traditional teaching method. The elementary school students¡¦ life attitude evaluation scale is based on ANCOVA (on-way Analysis of Covariance). The research also adopted qualitative research method, which includes worksheet, students¡¦ session feedback forms and teacher¡¦s examination.
The result showed significant differences between two groups as follows:
1. Students in experimental group were more interested in experiencing activities, which could improve their learning motivation.
2. The thesis is based on the experiential learning cycle designed by Kolb(1984) and the guidance of the discussion by Henton(1996). Integrating experiential learning into life education through picture books and a direct participation in the events of life have greater effect on third grade students. Further, Reflective Observation was the important phase of students¡¦ learning processes; the teacher must pay more attention to this area for students to develop their own ability of self-reflection.
3. The experimental group showed instant influences on ¡§Self Acceptance¡¨ and ¡§Emotion Management¡¨ in the life attitude evaluation scale.
4. The experimental group showed continuous influences on ¡§life attitude¡¨ and ¡§cooperation among classmates¡¨ in the life attitude evaluation scale.
5. The study has a conclusion indicated that the integrating experiential learning into life education through picture books encourages students to explore the meaning and value of their life.
6. Teachers could have better comprehension of children¡¦s motivation and improve personal growth during the course.
Based on findings, several constructive suggestions were proposed for schools and further research
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