Asia-Pacific Forum on Science Learning and Teaching, Volume 16, Issue 1, Article 1 (Jun., 2015) Hilal AKTAMIS, Esin ACAR and Gul UNAL COBAN A summer camp experience of primary student: Let’s learn astronomy, explore the space summer camp Previous Contents Next

Conclusion

The LLAESSC was conducted with thirty-six participants from 6th, 7th and 8th grades. The activities were aimed to increase their awareness about astronomy, their knowledge about the Earth, planets and certain structures in the universe. These activities were prepared by academicians and staff. It was observed that the participants enjoyed these activities. Besides, the activities motivated and required the students to produce tangible results. As a result the students produced well. 

Acknowledgments

We would like to thank TUBITAK (Turkiye Bilimsel ve Teknolojik Arastirma Kurumu), Aydin Province Social Services and Child Protection Institute (SSCPI) and Aydin Province National Education Directorate Boarding Primary District Schools (RPBS) for their support.