As is known, children learn best when they are responsible of their own learning and when they are actively involved in the learning process. Prominent writers such as Piaget, Ausubel and Wallot have emphasized that students should be an active part of learning (Driver, Guesne, & Tiberghien, 1998). Because science deals with and examines real life events, students need experiences that they can actively take part in (Sağırlı & Gürdal, 2002). Thus, a science education program
rich in teaching methods and techniques that students actively participate in, enabling platforms for discussion and