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The purpose of this study is to explain “Learning Cycle” approach in the light of Piagetian Model of Intelligence. Basically, Learning Cycle, which consists of three essential phases, exploration, term introduction, and concept application, is a studentcentered teaching procedure. This Learning Cycle approach is a totally different way of teaching science which comes from students’ experiences, rather than through other learning methods relying on the textbook, which is generally being used in Turkish education. I will explain how derived learning cycle approach from the work of Piaget’s theory, which consist of Model of Mental Functioning and Stages of Cognitive Development. I will also show how the Learning Cycle approach covers purpose of education and nature of science. Learning Cycle is going to change our traditional method of teaching science. To catch up modern western civilization in the field of education, somehow we should integrate Learning Cycle approach, which is one of innovations in education, in our science curriculum as soon as possible.

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