Document Type : Research Paper
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This research, investigates in identifying the barriers ofapplying process oriented curriculum in experimental science in guidance schools from view point of female teachers. The statistical population included all experimental science teachers of female guidance schools in Tabriz. 140 teachers were selected as sample group by using Cochran formula. The method of sampling was based on cluster random sampling. The method of this research was descriptive-survey and the research instruments were two researcher-made questionnaires designed by Likert scale, one questionnaire for gathering barriers and the other for evaluating teachers’ view point. The reliability and validity of questionnaires were statistically acceptable. The obtained data statistically analyzed using descriptive statistic and one sample t test. The findings of this research showed: The curriculum disconsistensy, elements of the methods of teaching and learning activities, time and evolution were conducted as barriers according to teachers’ view point. The results of one sample t test showed significant difference between calculated mean and hypothetical mean. As well as, the elements of learning facilities and material conducted as medium barriers. Teachers didn't have negative view point to process-orientation of experimental science curriculum. Then it cannot be referred to as barrier in achieving educational objectives.
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