Abstract:

The aim of this study is to study the impact of the problem-based learning method on the scientific process skills of elementary 7th grade students. The study used a semi-experimental pattern with the first test - the last test control group. The research was conducted in the 1st semester of the 2017-2018 educational year, at a state high school located in Denizli or Central district. The study included a total of 57 students, including a experimental group of 30, a control group of 27. The work lasted 10 weeks. In the experimental group, the problem-based learning method was used. In the control group, the courses were conducted according to the Science and Science teaching program proposed by the Ministry of National Education. The research has used the 'Scientific Process Skills Test' developed by Buldur, Tatar, Star and Aydoğdu (2012) as a data collection tool. In comparison of pre-test and final test data, t-test analysis techniques have been used by dependent and independent groups. The data was analyzed using the SPSS 16.00 analysis program. The research resulted in a significant difference in the scientific process skills of the students of the experimental group in the benefit of the experimental group between the final test scores and the scientific process skills of the students of the control group.