Abstract:

In recent years, important international researches have been carried out in the field of particle physics. These studies are mostly carried out at CERN, the European Center for Nuclear Research. Important information and results are obtained in these experiments at CERN, where Turkey is also an associate member. These results are shared in the field and the environment is prepared for new research and experiments. In addition, the curriculum and textbooks in schools are updated in the light of the information obtained. Particle Physics covered in the subject of "Introduction to Atomic Physics and Radioactivity" given in the 12th grade in the High School Physics Curriculum in our country. In this research, the answer to the question "How is Particle Physics given in high school physics course curriculum and high school physics textbooks taught by the Ministry of National Education?" has been sought. For this purpose, firstly, the topics and learning outcomes related to particle physics were determined in the programs. Then, it was determined that the information given in high school physics books about particle physics is up-to-date with its scientific and educational features. At the end of the research, it was suggested to prepare high school physics textbooks based on current educational approaches, to focus on up-to-date information, to choose effective teaching methods and techniques such as research, inquiry, experiment, observation, simulation, and to benefit from information and communication technologies in order to teach particle physics effectively.

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