شبكة المعلومات العربية التربوية

The aim of current research to investigate the impact of teaching science using cartoons to change 4th grade pupils misconceptions in science. The sample consisted of 90 female pupils who were divided into three groups, first experimental group consisted of 30 pupils, who were taught by the teacher using the cartoons software, the second experimental group consisted of 30 pupils , who used cartoons software by the pupils themselves (self-learning). The third group tested (the control group) consisted of 30 pupils where the teacher used the traditional method. The research tool was achievement test to check the change in misconception on animals and plants concepts of fourth grade science units in Sana’a. Pre- and post-test was applied for the three groups. Results showed statistical significant differences between the means of the three groups. In the light of the research findings, a set of recommendations were offered. (Published Abstract)