Inclusion extent of Next Generation Science Standards, in Science Textbooks at the Primary Level

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Curriculum and Instruction Department , College of Education, Qassim University

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The main aim of this study is to know the extent of inclusion of Next Generation Science Standards.  And to achieve this goal, the study used the descriptive analytical approach through content analysis method. The study sample consisted of science textbooks for 3rd, 4th. and 5th. grades of the primary level in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The content analysis card was used as study tool which was designed in light of the Next Generation Science Standards, and after verifying its validity and stability, it contained three major fields and 25 standards which were divided into 83 indicators. The study came out with a number of results, the most important of which are: The percentage of inclusion of next generation science standards in science textbooks for 3rd, 4th. and 5th. grades amounted to (3.85%), and at a very low availability extent. The science and engineering practices have the highest availability in science textbooks for the three grades with an availability rate of (4.86 %), and at a very low extent, followed by the disciplinary core ideas, in the second place with an availability rate of (3.87) and at a very low extent too. Finally, the crosscutting concepts was at a rate of (2.82%) with a very low extent of availability. In light of these results, the study recommended the need to focus on including science standards for the next generation in science textbooks for grades (3rd. 4th. . 5th. ) in a balanced manner.
 

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