Advanced science students’ understanding on nature of science in Turkey

Studying more specific groups may provide more comprehensive information and a different pattern, since they share more common educational experiences and characteristics than other groups. As a special group for epistemological experiences, academically advanced science students have an important role in the study of NOS. Although Schommer and Dunnell (1994) found no difference in the comparison of gifted and non-gifted high school students in respect of epistemological beliefs, specific NOS aspects were not studied. Determination and assessment studies with academically advanced science students might provide a new aspect for consideration in NOS studies. A qualitative approach supported by a comprehensive selection process of advanced students might provide deeper understanding of the phenomenon which could give new insights into the matter.