Perceptions of sixth grade students regarding the implementation of CLIL methodology in Science Class
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2023-07-17Registro en:
Aguilar Escobar, R. (2023). Perceptions of sixth grade students regarding the implementation of CLIL methodology in Science Class. [Trabajo de Grado, Universidad Santo Tomás]. Repositorio Institucional.
reponame:Repositorio Institucional Universidad Santo Tomás
instname:Universidad Santo Tomás
Autor
Aguilar Escobar, Rosmery
Institución
Resumen
This paper presents an action research study conducted at a private institution situated in
Chia, Cundinamarca. The study focused on the implementation of CLIL methodology in
science lessons for sixth-grade students. The objective of the study was gathering and
analyze information from a group of 21 sixth-grade students, comprising 11 boys and 10
girls between the ages of 11 and 12. The study aimed to explore their perceptions regarding
the implementation of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) methodology in
their science class.
Data were gathered through students’ artefacts, questionnaires and field diary. The results
were analyzed under grounded theory with which was basically aimed to identify patterns
and themes in the data and to develop a theory that explains these patterns. In conclusion,
several students expressed that they experienced a more engaging learning process through
the implementation of CLIL methodology, they appreciated the dynamic nature of the
activities that facilitated group work, encouraging the sharing of ideas and opinions. This
approach not only fostered effective communication but also provided consistent
opportunities for language practice instead, some students hold the perspective that the
CLIL methodology is not beneficial, as they did not observe notable differences compared
to traditional science lessons.