The methodological evidence of the pragmatism with the idea of natural experiment in school’s lessons
E. R. Imameev1, A. V. Lobanov2
1Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russia
2Moscow Pedagogical State University, Moscow, Russia
Keywords: pragmatism, natural experiment, philosophy of education, didactics of teaching biology, education with practical aspects
Abstract
Introduction. Philosophical evidence of didactic methods in teaching natural sciences is an important component of the modern system of education. Our empirical data lead to an attempt to evidence the potential of pragmatism in accordance with Lazursky’s concept of a natural experiment in teaching biology in comprehensive schools. Methodology. The methodological basis of our research is the analysis of school students’ understanding of practical and theoretical knowledge of biology taught according to the philosophy of pragmatism and Lazursky’s concept of a natural experiment. Discussion. Biology of spiders was chosen as the topic of the lessons. Student’s drawings from life made during the lesson were used to assess their understanding of the material. 28 comprehensive school students (school № 2007 and school № 57) aged 16 to 17 (Мage= 14.5; SD = 0.51) took part in the study. Conclusion. The proposed methodology is relevant for teaching school students. The guidelines for field practice organization were developed and may be used as a didactic aid for biology teachers.
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