{"product_id":"improving-technological-understanding-in-upper-secondary-education-students-perceptions-of-systems-models-and-the-nature-of-engineering-9798266519435","title":"Improving Technological Understanding in Upper Secondary Education: Students' Perceptions of Systems, Models, and the Nature of Engineering","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Ümit Köycü\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Computers \u0026amp; Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eImproving Technological Understanding in Upper Secondary Education\u003c\/i\u003e explores how students perceive and learn three central concepts of engineering: the \u003cb\u003enature of engineering\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003etechnological systems\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003etechnological models\u003c\/b\u003e. Drawing on international research and classroom practice, this dissertation investigates common misconceptions, attitudes, and preconceptions among upper secondary students, and presents the design and evaluation of an educational module aimed at fostering deeper conceptual understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy combining \u003cb\u003equantitative and qualitative methods\u003c\/b\u003e, the study reveals how students' beliefs about engineering influence their learning and how targeted teaching strategies can bridge the gap between intuitive ideas and scientific perspectives. The book provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers in \u003cb\u003eSTEM and engineering education\u003c\/b\u003e, offering practical implications for curriculum design, systems thinking, and conceptual change in classrooms worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an academic, teacher, or educational designer, this work highlights the importance of preparing students to critically engage with technology and equips them with the skills to navigate a rapidly changing, technology-driven society.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46332703834263,"sku":"9798266519435","price":3018.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798266519435.webp?v=1768667527","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/improving-technological-understanding-in-upper-secondary-education-students-perceptions-of-systems-models-and-the-nature-of-engineering-9798266519435","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}