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    Integration of science into mathematics in high school curriculum : a delphi study
    (2012) Aktan, Tuğba
    The focus of this study is to examine opinions about the implementation of the curriculum integration of mathematics and science (CIMAS). For this purpose, the study aims to explore possible mathematics topics for CIMAS and reach a consensus about advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of implementation of CIMAS. To achieve the consensus, a Delphi study was conducted with experts with regard to curriculum integration. The experts were university academics and school teachers in Ankara. The research produced a number of key findings: almost each unit in mathematics can be integrated with science; physics seems more feasible for integration with mathematics; CIMAS is perceived to increase student motivation and positive attitudes toward mathematics, to provide meaningful learning anda more effective teaching environment for school teachers. Although CIMAS is not seen to have disadvantages that hinder learning and teaching, the integration has limitations related to curriculum, teachers, and facilities that are obstacles to effective implementation. The main conclusions drawn from this study were that the integration of mathematics and science curriculum is expected to provide advantages and satisfy the psychological, pedagogical, and sociological needs of students. The findings could be valuable for curriculum developers, teachers, and teacher educators.
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    Investigating the impact of international general certificate of secondary education scores and gender on the diploma programme scores in mathematics and science
    (2014) Yağız, Burcu
    Inspired by their goal for a well-rounded education in a world that has become more globalized, an increasing number of schools in the United States, Europe and other parts of the world have been adapting the philosophy and curricula of international schools. While there have been several studies to support Diploma Program as an established curriculum at the senior high school level, there has been little evidence that would support any particular curriculum at the junior high school level. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between external examination scores of International General Certificate of Secondary Education and those of Diploma Program. A purposive sample was drawn from high school students who attended a private international school in a major metropolitan city in Turkey (N = 250). Data were analyzed with a multiple regression approach. Statistically significant and relatively strong relationships were found between external examination scores, both in mathematics and science.