The Effectiveness of a Proposed Program for Teaching Science based on Content Standards in Developing Reflective Thinking Skills of Preparatory School Students

The Effectiveness of a Proposed Program for Teaching Science based on Content Standards in Developing Reflective Thinking Skills of Preparatory School Students

Abstract
The current research aimed at identifying the effectiveness of a proposed program for teaching science based on content standards in developing reflective thinking skills among preparatory school students specifically through "periodical movement" and " Force and Movement" units. To achieve the objectives, a proposed program based on content standards using metacognitive strategies and a reflective thinking skills test were developed. The research utilized the quasi-experimental research approach of experimental and control groups design with pre-and post-application of the research variables. The research sample comprised second-year preparatory school students, Minia Educational Administration, Minia Governorate. They were divided into two groups, the experimental group (n=42) students were taught the proposed program using metacognitive strategies, while the control group (n=39) students were taught the program traditionally. Results revealed the effectiveness of the suggested program in developing reflective thinking skills among preparatory school students. Accordingly, the researcher recommended using the proposed program for teaching science based on content standards due to its effectiveness in developing reflective thinking skills and training pre-and in-service teachers on using metacognitive strategies in teaching.

Key words: program, Content standards, Reflective thinking.