Responses received from H.Dip.Ed. Student Teachers from the University College, Cork, Ireland about Science Across the World

 “It helped team work, a new educational tool and a great way to teach science …”

 “The most positive aspect was the interaction between teacher and student while both are doing something new for the first time. It gave the opportunity for constructive discussion …”

 “Even the very weak returned with a great deal of information and made them feel as involved and important as the other students …”

 “The students learned many new skills. Their computer skills were enhanced immensely …”

 “Had a positive influence regarding students’ choice and uptake of science subjects at senior level …”

 “It gave pupils a chance to benefit from some social implications and also enhance their knowledge of the wider world …”

 “The anticipation of receiving information from foreign schools even got the least motivated students involved …”

 “It helped bring home to students how important science is in our lives …”

 “Participating in this project encouraged them to be learners that are more autonomous. They found the ‘enquiring’ method of learning stimulating …”

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