C.P Constantinou, E. Mavrikaki, M. Georgiou
Is Teaching Biology Through Socio-Scientific Issues Enough For The Development Of Argumentation Skills?
Twelfth Conference Of European Researchers In Didactics Of Biology-ERIDOB 2018, At Zaragosa, Spain

 
 
M. Livitzis, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Illustrating the application of interactions on the fly in science teaching using concept-maps.
Paper presented at the 13th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2019) on Engaging with contemporary challenges through Science Education, Universita di Bologna, Italy, 26-30 August 2019.
 
M. Charalambous, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Investigation of connections between understanding science concepts and appreciation of the nature of science.
Paper presented at the 13th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2019) on Engaging with contemporary challenges through Science Education, Universita di Bologna, Italy, 26-30 August 2019.
 
I. Drymiotou, C. P. Constantinou:
Strengthening students' interest in science - the case of 'saving the polar bears'.
Paper presented at the 13th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2019) on Engaging with contemporary challenges through Science Education, Universita di Bologna, Italy, 26-30 August 2019.
 
 E. Irakleous, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Interpretation and utilization of written feedback comments by elementary school students working on science investigation tasks.
Paper presented at the 13th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2019)
on Engaging with contemporary challenges through Science Education, Universita di Bologna, Italy, 26-30 August 2019.
 
 P. Karnaou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Assessment of pre-service teachers' scientific reasoning in the context of modeling and investigation tasks.
Poster presented at the 13th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2019) on Engaging with contemporary challenges through Science Education, Universita di Bologna, Italy, 26-30 August 2019.
 
E. Siakidou, O. Tsivitanidou and C. P. Constantinou
Exploratory investigation of students’ actions to process written feedback in the context of science teaching and learning.
Paper presented at the 18th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2019) on Thinking tomorrow’s Education: learning from the past, in the present and for the future, University of Aachen, Germany, 12-16 August 2019.
 
 M. Georgiou, Ev. Mavrikaki and C. P. Constantinou
An investigation of the efficacy of socio-scientific issues as a teaching context for promoting the development of argumentation skills. (in Greek)
Paper presented at the 11th Panhellenic Conference on Science Education and New Technologies: Reconceptualizing the teaching and learning of science and technology in the 21st century, University of Western Macedonia, Florina, 19-21 April 2019.
 
Ev. Erakleous, C. P. Constantinou
Interpretation and Use of Written Feedback by Primary School Students.
(in Greek)
Paper presented at the 11th Panhellenic Conference on Science Education and New Technologies: Reconceptualizing the teaching and learning of science and technology in the 21st century,
University of Western Macedonia, Florina, 19-21 April 2019. 
 
 

Martha Georgiou, Evangelia Mavrikaki, Constantinos P. Constantinou

Is teaching Biology through socioscientific issues adequate for the development of argumentation skills?

Paper presented at the 12th Conference of European Researchers in Didactics of Biology, University of Zaragoza, Spain, 2-6 July 2018



 2017
 
A. Baytelman, C.P Constantinou
Investigating The Relationship Between Content Knowledge And The Construction Of Ethical Arguments On Socioscientific Issues.
12th Conference Of The European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2017), At Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland,
 

C.P Constantinou, I. Drymiotou, N. Papadouris

Using Scenarios To Enhance Students' Interest In Science And Promote Career Awareness.

ESERA 2017, At Dublin, Ireland

Christine Harrison, Catarina Correia, Natasha Serret, Michalis Livitziis, Nicos Papadouris, Costas P. Constantinou, Pasi Nieminen, Markus Hähkiöniemi, Jouni Viiri, Michel Grangeat, Ellie Rached
Using interactions-on-the-fly in inquiry classrooms.
Paper presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.

Michalis Livitziis, Nicos Papadouris, Costas P. Constantinou
A case study of the use of “on the fly” interactions as a means of formative assessment
Poster presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.

Evangelia Irakleous, Elena Siakidou, Nikos Papadouris, Costas P. Constantinou
Factors that facilitate or impede students’ utilization of teacher’s written feedback.
Paper presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.

Michalis Livitziis, Nicos Papadouris, Costas P. Constantinou
Pedagogical challenges associated with on-the-fly classroom interactions for formative assessment
Paper presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.

Andreani Baytelman, Costas P. Constantinou
Investigating the relationship between content knowledge and the construction of ethical arguments on socio-scientific issues.
Paper presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.

Eliza Rybska, Costas Constantinou
The influence of experiential learning on children’s attitudes toward animals.
Paper presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.

Olia Tsivitanidou, Costas P. Constantinou, Peter Labudde
Peer-assessment as a learning activity for secondary school students in modeling-based learning.
Paper presented at the 12th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) on Research, practice and collaboration in science education, Dublin, Ireland, 21-25 August 2017.



 2016

A. Baytelman, C.P Constantinou, K. Iordanou
The Contribution Of Epistemological Beliefs To Informal Reasoning Regarding Health Socio-scientific Issues.
11th EUROPEAN RESEARCHERS IN DIDACTICS OF BIOLOGY · ERIDOB 2016
 
Baytelman, C.P Constantinou, K. Iordanou
The Contribution Of Epistemological Beliefs To Informal Reasoning Regarding Health Socio-scientific Issues.
11th EUROPEAN RESEARCHERS IN DIDACTICS OF BIOLOGY · ERIDOB 2016
 
 
E. Tsivitanidou & C. P. Constantinou
Examining the effectiveness of two peer-assessment approaches in modeling-based learning rubrics Vs comparative judgment approach. In Hamer R. & Coertjens L. (Chair), Practical issues using comparative judgement: efficiency, reliability, grade awarding and feedback in real life assessment.
Paper presented as part of a Symposium at the 8th EARLI SIG 1 Conference: Assessment and Evaluation 2016, Munich, Germany, 24-26 August 2016.

D. Samara, K. Iordanou & C. P. Constantinou
Investigating gender differences in the argumentation skills of high school students when arguing on two socio-scientific topics, Climate Change and Cosmetics.
Paper presented at the EARLI SIG 20 & 26 meeting, Ghent University, Belgium, 22-24August 2016.

O. E. Tsivitanidou & C. P. Constantinou (2016, June).
How can peer-assessment enhance conceptual understanding in modeling-based learning?
Paper presented at the 10th EARLI SIG 3 Conference: Conceptual Change, Florina, Greece, 2-5 June 2016.


 2015

 

C.P Constantinou
EARLI 2015 Presidential Address: Presentation on Modeling Based Learning in Science

A. Baytelman, C.P Constantinou
X-linked Inheritance: An Innovative Teaching Intervention
9th Panhellenic Conference on the Didactics of Science and the Application of New Technologies in Education (ENEPHET 2015),
At Thessaloniki, Θεσσαλονίκη, 

A. Baytelman, C.P Constantinou
Investigation Of The Pre-service Teachers' Beliefs About The Nature Of Knowledge And Knowing (ENEPHET 2015)
9th Panhellenic Conference on the Didactics of Science and the Applications of New Technologies in Education,
At Thessaloniki, Θεσσαλονίκη,

E. Tsivitanidou & C. P. Constantinou

Science and Technology Summer Camp for Secondary School Students at the University of Cyprus.
Poster presented at the SciCamp - A Network for Science Camps in Europe Conference, Berlin, Germany, 7-9 October 2015.

A. Baytelman, K. Iordanou, C. P. Constantinou
The contribution of epistemological beliefs to informal reasoning regarding health socio-scientific issues.
XI Conference of European Researchers in Didactics of Biology, ERIDOB 2016, 5-9 September 2016, Karlstad, Sweden.

M. Livitzis, N. Papadouris, E. Irakleous and C. P. Constantinou
A case study of the use of “On the fly” interactions between the teacher and the students as a means of formative assessment
11th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) in Helsinki, Finland, 31 August-4 September 2015.

A. Hadjigeorgiou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
An attempt to enhance prospective teachers’ conceptual understanding of energy
11th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) in Helsinki, Finland, 31 August - 4 September 2015.

A. Baytelman, K. Iordanou and C. P. Constantinou
The effects of epistemological beliefs and prior-knowledge on the type of arguments
11th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) in Helsinki, Finland, 31 August-4 September 2015.

A. Baytelman and C. P. Constantinou
Development and validation of an instrument to measure epistemological beliefs for science
11th Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) in Helsinki, Finland, 31 August-4 September 2015.

A. Baytelman and C. P. Constantinou
Developing a multidimensional instrument for measuring students’ epistemological beliefs for science
16th Biennial EARLI Conference for Research on Learning and Instruction 25-29 August 2015, Limassol, Cyprus.

K. Iordanou and C. P. Constantinou
Supporting appreciation of evidence through argumentation in the social and science domains
16th Biennial EARLI Conference for Research on Learning and Instruction 25-29 August 2015, Limassol, Cyprus.

P. Karnaou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Expert scientists ideas on modeling in science and education.
Workshop on Scientific Modeling, University of Cyprus, 28-30 May 2015.

M. Charalambous, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Evaluation of alternative approaches to the teaching of the Nature of Science
(in Greek)
9th Panhellenic Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education, Thessaloniki, 8-10 May 2015.

E. Siakidou, D. Koursaris, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Review of research findings on enhancing student argumentation skills: towards a learning progression (in Greek)
9th Panhellenic Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education, Thessaloniki, 8-10 May 2015.



 2014

 
A. Baytelman, C.P Constantinou
Σχεδιασμός και ανάπτυξη εκπαιδευτικού υλικού με βάση τη διερώτηση:το παράδειγμα της δράσης των ενζύμων
1ο Πανελλήνιο Συνέδριο με διεθνή Συμμετοχή: Ανάπτυξη Εκπαιδευτικού Υλικού στα Μαθηματικά και τις Φυσικές Επιστήμες.,
Ρόδος, Ελλάδα,
 
Th. Petrou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou, P. Karnaou and C. P. Constantinou.
Students’ cognitive processes during modeling practices (in Greek).
13th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society, Nicosia, 11 November 2014.

P. Karnaou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou, Th. Petrou and C. P. Constantinou
Assessing development of the modeling competence (in Greek)
13th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society, Nicosia, 11 November 2014.

O. E. Tsivitanidou & C. P. Constantinou
Identifying students’ heuristics and behavioral profiles in reciprocal peer assessment in science. Paper presented at the ESERA Sig. 2 Conference 2014: Video-based research of Teaching and Learning Processes, Brugg- Windisch, Switzerland, 5-6 November 2014.

Th. Petrou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou, P. Karnaou and C. P. Constantinou
Cognitive processes enacted by learners during co-construction of scientific models.
3rd International Constructionism Conference Vienna, Austria, 19-23 August 2014.

R. Hadjilouca and C. P. Constantinou
Teaching aspects of the inter-relationship between science and technology: a research report on the design, implementation and evaluation of a teaching proposal.
2nd International Pri.Sci.Net Conference: How can we engage children in Primary Science Inquiry? University of Malta, 16-18 July 2014.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Utilizing physics as a medium for promoting integrated learning in elementary science: an example in the context of energy.
Paper presented at the GIREP - MPTL 2014 International Conference: Teaching / Learning Physics - integrating research into practice,
University of Palermo, Italy, 7-12 July 2014.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou, B. Bredeweg, C. P. Constantinou and J. Liem
Assessment of student constructed models of simple systems on the topic of Heat and Temperature.
Paper presented at the GIREP - MPTL 2014 International Conference: Teaching / Learning Physics - integrating research into practice,
University of Palermo, Italy, 7-12 July 2014.

M. Papaevripidou, C. T. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
On Defining and Assessing Learners’ Modeling Competence in Science Teaching and Learning.
Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of American Educational Research Association (AERA),
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 3-7 April 2014. 


 2013

 
E. Kyriazi, M. Pampaka and C. P. Constantinou
The development of a measurement tool for evaluating investigative skills
Paper presented at the ECER 2013 Conference on Creativity and Innovation in Educational Research,
Istanbul, Turkey, 10-13 September 2013.

A. Hadjigeorgiou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
"An attempt to help students appreciate epistemological dimensions of energy"
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

N. Papadouris, C. P. Constantinou and A. Hadjigeorgiou
"A philosophically informed teaching approach about energy: Underlying rationale and empirical findings from its implementation"
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

E. Siakidou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Arguing on a web-based learning environment: An investigation of high-school students’ dialogic argumentation skills.
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

K. Iordanou, D. Samara and C.P. Constantinou
Promoting students’ evidence - based argumentation skills. A comparison of a dialogic argumentation vs a non - dialogic intervention.
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

I. Ioannou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Reasoning patterns in processing multi-criteria socio-scientific decision-making situations.
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

C. Markou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou and C.P. Constantinou
The relationship between pre-service teachers’ spatial ability and their conceptual understanding in observational astronomy
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou and C.P. Constantinou
Assessing the process of co-construction of scientific models.
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

M. Charalambous, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
An investigation of pre-service teachers' appreciation of certain aspects of the Nature of Science and its evolution after implementation of a structured teaching-learning sequence
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

V. Rechberger, M. Livitzis, J. Aldrian, M. Hadjidemetri, C. P. Constantinou and L. Mathelitsch
Perceptions of teachers and learners about the Mathematics, Science and Technology curricula in two European countries.
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

A. Baytelman and C.P.Constantinou
The influence of epistemological beliefs and prior knowledge about socio-scientific issues on university students' informal reasoning.
Paper presented at the 10th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA 2013),
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2-7 September 2013.

N. Papadouris, E. Siakidou and C. P. Constantinou
An exploratory study of the enactment of a web-based environment for promoting argumentation skills.
Paper presented at the 15th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2013),
Munich, Germany, 27-31 August 2013.

A. Baytelman and C.P.Constantinou
The influence of epistemological beliefs on university students' informal reasoning.
Paper presented at the 15th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2013),
Munich, Germany, 27-31 August 2013.

K. Ioardanou and C. P. Constantinou
Developing Pre-Service Teachersʼ Evidenced-Based Argumentation skills on Socio-Scientific Issues.
Paper presented at the 15th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2013),
Munich, Germany, 27-31 August 2013.

K. Constantinide and C. P. Constantinou
The development of an instrument to measure children’s systems thinking
Paper presented at the 15th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2013),
Munich, Germany, 27-31 August 2013.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
An exploratory study of the enactment of a web-based environment for promoting argumentation skills.
Paper presented at the 15th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2013), Munch, Germany, 27-31 August 2013.

E. Kyriazi, M. Pampaka and C. P. Constantinou
Investigative skills: Can they be measured?
Paper presented at the 15th Biennial Conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI 2013), Munch, Germany, 27-31 August 2013.

D. Koursaris, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou.
Design of a web-based learning environment for combined development of conceptual understanding and the argumentation competence in the context of Astrobiology (in Greek).
8th Panhellenic Conference on Science Education and New Technologies,
Volos, Greece, 26-28 April 2013.

E. Siakidou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Development of high school students’ dialogic argumentation skills through enactment of a web-based learning environment on the topic of climate change
(in Greek). 8th Panhellenic Conference on Science Education and New Technologies,
Volos, Greece, 26-28 April 2013. 


 2012

 
M. Charalambous, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Promoting pre-service teachers’ understanding of certain aspects of the Nature of Science (in Greek)
Paper presented at the 7th Panhellenic Conference on the role of History and Philosophy in the Teaching of Science,
Athens, Greece, 1-3 November 2012.

A. Hadjigeorgiou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
A didactic transposition of the epistemological dimensions of energy for High School students (in Greek)
Paper presented at the 7th Panhellenic Conference on the role of History and Philosophy in the Teaching of Science,
Athens, Greece, 1-3 November 2012.

E. Siakidou, N. Papadouris, and C. P. Constantinou
Promoting argumentation skills through a web-based learning environment on the topic of Climate Change.
Paper presented at the 62nd Annual Conference of the International Council for Educational Media 2012 (ICEM 2012), Nicosia, Cyprus, September 26-29, 2012.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
A coding scheme for assessing students' learning paths when co-constructing scientific models
Paper presented at the 62nd Annual Conference of the International Council for Educational Media 2012 (ICEM 2012),
Nicosia, Cyprus, September 26-29, 2012.

D. Koursaris, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou (2012).
Designing an online learning environment on astrobiology for the integrated promotion of conceptual understanding and argumentation skills.
Paper presented at the 62nd Annual Conference of the International Council for Educational Media 2012 (ICEM 2012), Nicosia, Cyprus, September 26-29, 2012.

A. Scholinaki, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Design of an innovative on-line inquiry-based learning environment for "antibiotic resistance of bacteria"
Paper presented at the CBLIS International Conference, Centre for Research in Science and Mathematics Education, CRECIM,
Barcelona, Spain, 26 – 29 June 2012.

A. Siakidou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
A web-based learning environment on global warming for the development of argumentation skills.
Paper presented at the CBLIS International Conference, Centre for Research in Science and Mathematics Education, CRECIM,
Barcelona, Spain, 26 – 29 June 2012.


 2011

 
N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Developing optimization as a reasoning strategy for dealing with socio-scientific decision-making.
Paper presented at the EARLI 2011 Conference, 30 August - 3 September, Exeter, UK.

M. Papaevripidou, and C. P. Constantinou
Teachers as designers or modeling-centered curriculum materials.
Paper presented at the EARLI 2011 Conference, 30 August - 3 September, Exeter, UK

A. Sevastidou, C. P. Constantinou and E. Kyza
Scaffolding teachers in inquiry-based learning and teaching through design.
Paper presented at the EARLI 2011 Conference, 30 August - 3 September, Exeter, UK

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Helping elementary students develop optimization as a reasoning strategy for decision-making.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

C. P. Constantinou and N. Papadouris
A Philosophically Informed Teaching Proposal about Energy for Middle School Students.
Poster presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

A. Sevastidou, C. P. Constantinou and E. Kyza
Exploring design-based learning as a way to scaffold teachers in adopting inquiry-oriented frameworks.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

R. Hadjilouca, C. P. Constantinou, M. Livitzis, A. Scholinaki and M. Papaevripidou
Materials Science Education as a context for distinguishing between science and technology.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

G. Michael, N. Papadouris, C. P. Constantinou and E. Kyza
Developing a web-based learning environment to promote 6th graders' appreciation of subjectivity in science.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

C. T. Nicolaou, C. P. Constantinou and E. Kyza
Using Web-Based Tools to Facilitate Collaborative Knowledge Construction and Transformation into Teaching.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

C. Avraam, N. Papadouris, G. Michael and C. P. Constantinou
Design and evaluation of curriculum materials for the mechanism underlying the greenhouse effect.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011 Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

D. Koursaris, N. Papadouris, G. Michael and C. P. Constantinou
Evaluation of the effectiveness of a unit on argumentation in the context of astrobiology.
Paper presented at the ESERA 2011
Conference, September 5th - 9th, Lyon, France.

Chr. Avraam, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Development and Evaluation of Curriculum Materials for Promoting High School Students’ Mechanistic Understanding of the Greenhouse Effect (in Greek)
7th Greek National Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education,
15-17April 2011, University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece.

A. Alkiviadou, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Development of Reasoning Strategies for Addressing Decision Making Situations (in Greek)
7th Greek National Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education, 15-17April 2011,
University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
A philosophically informed teaching proposal on on the topic of energy for students aged 11-14: rationale and empirical grounding (in Greek).
7th Greek National Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education, 15-17April 2011,
University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece.

R. Hadjilouka, M. Kostoulou and C. P. Constantinou
The use of digital comics for promoting student understanding of the distinctions between observation and inference (in Greek)
7th Greek National Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education, 15-17April 2011,
University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece.

R. Hadjilouca, C. P. Constantinou, M. Lividjis, A. Scholinaki and M. Papaevripidou
A teaching learning sequence on Electromagnetic Properties of Materials as a context for distinguishing between science and technology.
7th Greek National Conference on Science Education and New Technologies in Education, 15-17April 2011,
University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece.,
 


 2010

 

Olympiou And Z. C. Zacharia,
Blending Physical And Virtual Manipulatives For Enhancing Students’ Conceptual Understanding In The Domain Of Light And Color
 The GIREP 2010 Conference 
Reims, France, August 2010.

A. Sevastidou And C. P. Constantinou,
Teachers’ Designs Of Web-based Inquiry Learning Environments As A Probe For Inquiry Teaching And Learning Frameworks.
 The 9th Computer Based Learning In Science Conference, CBLIS 2010,
Warsaw, Poland, 4-7 July 2010, 

G. Olympiou And Z. C. Zacharia.
Physical Meets Virtual: Blending Physical And Virtual Manipulatives To Improve Understanding Of Concepts In The Domain Of Light And Shadows.
The Ninth International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science 
Warsaw, Poland, July 2010.

Xenofontos, Z. C. Zacharia And C. Manoli.
Enacting A WebQuest Science Investigation Through The Use Of Two Different Cooperative Approaches: Implications For Implementing WebQuests In Science Classes.
Proceedings Of The Ninth International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science 
Warsaw, Poland, July 2010.
 
 
Tsivitanidou, Z. C. Zacharia And A. Hovardas,
Investigating Students’ Unmediated Potential To Assess Their Peers’ Web-portfolios.
Proceedings Of The Ninth International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science 
Warsaw, Poland, July 2010.
 
 
Louca, Tzialli, D., & Z. C. Zacharia.
Pre-service Elementary Teachers’ Views Of The Nature Of Science When Talking About The Nature Of Science, Enacting Science And Reflecting On Their Enactment.
The 9th International Conference Of The Learning Sciences 
Chicago, USA, June 2010.

Tzialli, D., L. Louca, & Z. C. Zacharia.
A Comparative Investigations Of Pre-service Students Epistemologies In Science 
 The 11th Pancyprian Conference Of The Pedagogical Company Of Cyprus, June 2010.

Olympiou And Z. C. Zacharia.
Introducing Virtual Manipulatives In Science Experimentation For Teaching And Learning At The University Level.
The The International Conference On Society And Information Technologies 
Orlando, U.S.A, April 2010.
 
 
Olympiou And Z. C. Zacharia.
Comparing The Use Of Virtual And Physical Manipulatives In Physics Education.
The International Conference On Society And Information Technologies ,Orlando, U.S.A, April 2010.

 Chr. Georgiou and C. P. Constantinou
Inferring from data and observation as a precursor skill for the emergence of biological knowledge in early childhood: evidence for a gradual shift towards mechanistic interpretations of the function of internal organs (in Greek)
7th Panhellenic Preschool Science Education Conference, University of Thrace,
Alexandroupolis, 3-5 December 2010.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Empirical results from the evaluation of the effectiveness of an activity sequence about energy for the upper elementary grades
GIREP - ICPE - MPTL 2010 International Conference: Teaching and Learning Physics Today: Challenges? Benefits?
Reims, France, 22-27 August 2010.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou, M. Lividjis and A. Scholinaki
Design, Development and Iterative Refinement of a Module on the Electromagnetic Properties of Materials: Lessons Learned from a Design Experiment.
GIREP - ICPE - MPTL 2010 International Conference: Teaching and Learning Physics Today: Challenges? Benefits? Reims,
France, 22-27 August 2010.

Chr. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Constructing models and teaching modeling: difficulties encountered by pre-service teachers.
Constructionism 2010 Conference, Paris, France, 16-20 August 2010.

A. Sevastidou and C. P. Constantinou
Teachers’ designs of web-based inquiry learning environments as a probe for inquiry teaching and learning frameworks.
9th Computer Based Learning in Science Conference, CBLIS 2010,
Warsaw, Poland, 4-7 July 2010.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
Teaching Geometrical Optics through Modeling: an Analysis of Teachers’ Curriculum Designs
9th Computer Based Learning in Science Conference, CBLIS 2010,
Warsaw, Poland, 4-7 July 2010.

R. Hadjilouca, M. Costoullou and C. P. Constantinou
The use of web comics in developing students’ understanding of the distinction between observation and inference
9th Computer Based Learning in Science Conference, CBLIS 2010,
Warsaw, Poland, 4-7 July 2010.



 2009

 
Sxolinaki M. Livitzis, N. Papadouris And C. P. Constantinou.
Design Of Curriculum Materials Through Participative Processes: An Example From Materials Science (in Greek).
Proceedings Of The 6th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning,
7-10 May 2009, University Of Western Macedonia, Florina, Greece,
 
C. P. Constantinou, D. Psillos, P. Kariotoglou And V. Tselfes
The Importance Of Authenticity, Participative Processes And Reflective Research For The Use Of Research Findings In The Design Of Educational Innovations: Examples From The Project Materials Science (in Greek).  The 6th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning,7-10 May 2009, University Of Western Macedonia, Florina, Greece, 
 
Olympiou And Z. C. Zacharia.
Comparing The Effect Of Virtual And Physical Laboratory Experimentation In Physics [In Greek].
The Sixth Panhellenic Conference Of Science Education And New Technologies: Teacher Education And Pedagogical Content Knowledge Florina, Greece, May 2009.
 
Livitzis, E. Loizidou, A. Sxolinaki And C. P. Constantinou
The Transfer Of Educational Innovations From One System To Another: An Attempt To Adapt And Implement In Cyprus A UnitOn Acoustical Properties Of Materials That Was Developed In Catalonia The 6th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And
the Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 7-10 May 2009,
University Of Western Macedonia, Florina, Greece, 
 
Michael, N. Papadouris, E. Kyza and C. P. Constantinou
Developing and validating a web-based learning environment for helping 6th grade students appreciate subjectivity and uncertainty in science.
ICLS 2010 Conference, Chicago, USA, 29 June – 2 July 2010.

K. Iordanou & C. P. Constantinou
Exploring possible connections between adolescents’ epistemological understandings, argumentation and decision making skills (Poster Presentation).
Annual Meeting of the Society for Judgment and Decision Making,
Boston, USA, 21-23 November 2009.

C. P. Constantinou, A. Scholinaki, M. Livitzis and N. Papadouris
A research effort to combine inquiry oriented teaching with learning by design in the development and validation of a sequence on Electromagnetic Properties of Materials.
Paper presented as part of the Symposium: Investigation of various facets of inquiry oriented teaching and learning in Materials Science, Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA), Istanbul, Turkey, 31 August - 4 September 2009.

G. Michael, N. Papadouris, E.A. Kyza and C. P. Constantinou
An attempt to introduce the uncertain and subjective nature of scientific claims in the sixth grade: report of preliminary results on students’ initial ideas on subjectivity
Paper presented at the Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA),
Istanbul, Turkey, 31 August - 4 September 2009.

K. Iordanou, C. P. Constantinou and G. Michael
Digital support for inquiry, collaboration and reflection on socio-scientific issues.
Paper presented as part of the Symposium: Reflective inquiry as a framework for designing teaching and learning sequences on socio-scientific issues, Biennial Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA),
Istanbul, Turkey, 31 August - 4 September 2009.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
A research report on the development and evaluation of a sequence of learning activities to help students develop optimization as a reasoning strategy for dealing with socio-scientific decision-making.
Paper presented at the 13th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI)
Amsterdam, 25 - 29August 2009.

R. Hadjilouca, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Teaching about the distinction between science and technology and their interrelations: a research report on the development and evaluation of a sequence of learning activities.
Paper presented at the 13th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI),
Amsterdam, 25 - 29August 2009.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. C. Zacharia
Enhancing Teachers’ Curricular Knowledge about Modeling-based Learning .
Paper presented at the 13th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI),
Amsterdam, 25 - 29August 2009.

K. Iordanou, G. Michael and C. P. Constantinou.
Researchers – teachers’ interaction in a collaborative design effort for promoting argumentation skills in the context of a socio-scientific issue.
Paper presented as part of the symposium: Participatory design of web-based learning environments: Challenges and Responses
13th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI),
Amsterdam, 25 - 29August 2009.

C. P. Constantinou, D. Psillos & P. Kariotoglou
The importance of authenticity, participative processes and reflective research in using the outcomes of science education research in designing educational. innovations: examples from project Materials Science (in Greek), 6th Panhellenic Science Education Conference, University of Western Macedonia,
Florina, Greece, 7-10 May 2009.

M. Livitzis, E. Loizidou, A. Scholinaki & C. P. Constantinou
Transfer of Educational Innovations from one Educational System to Another: an Attempt to Transfer from Catalonia to Cyprus, Adapt and Implement a Module on Acoustic Properties of Materials (in Greek), 6th Panhellenic Science Education Conference, University of Western Macedonia,
Florina, Greece, 7-10 May 2009.

A. Scholinaki, M. Livitzis, N. Papadouris & C. P. Constantinou
Development of Curriculum Materials on Eletromagnetic Properties of Materials Through a Participative Design Process Involving Collaboration Between Teachers and Researchers, (in Greek), 6th Panhellenic Science Education Conference, University of Western Macedonia,
Florina, Greece, 7-10 May 2009.

M. Kyriacou, M. Papaevripidou, Z. Zacharia & C. P. Constantinou
Combined development of modeling skills and conceptual understanding about ecosystems by preschool children: an investigation of the potentials of Stagecast Creator and role playing as modeling media (in Greek), 6th Panhellenic Science Education Conference, University of Western Macedonia,
Florina, Greece, 7-10 May 2009.

C. P. Constantinou, A. Scholinaki, M. Livitzis & I. Hadjidemetriou
Design and Research Validation of Curriculum Materials on Eletromagnetic Properties of Materials, (in Greek), Poster Presented at the 6th Panhellenic Science Education Conference, University of Western Macedonia, Florina, Greece, 7-10 May 2009.

L. Louca, M. Michael, Z. C. Zacharia, & C. P. Constantinou.
Objects, entities, behaviors and interactions: A typology of student-constructed computer-based models of physical phenomena.
Poster presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) annual conference,
San Diego, CA, 13-17 April 2009.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou, & Z. C. Zacharia.
An approach for developing Teachers’ Curricular Knowledge about Modeling-based Learning.
Poster presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Conference,
San Diego, CA, 13-17 April 2009.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou, & Z. C. Zacharia.
Unpacking the Modeling Ability: a Framework for Developing and Assessing the Modeling Ability of Learners.
Poster presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Conference,
San Diego, CA, 13-17 April 2009.


 2008

 
Louca And C. P. Constantinou.
The Effect Of A Structured Teaching Intervention On The Development Of Young Children’s Ability To Formulate Questions In K. Plakitsi (ed.)
The 5th Panhellenic Conference On Science In Preschool Education: Science And Society,
7-9 November 2008, University Of Ioannina, 

G. Olympiou And Z. C. Zacharia.
Effects Of Physical And Virtual Experimentation On Students’ Conceptual Understanding In Heat And Temperature.
The GIREP 2008 Conference 
Nicosia, Cyprus, August 2008.
 
 Louca, Tzialli, D., & Z. C. Zacharia.
Identification – Interpretation/Evaluation – Response: A Framework For Analyzing Classroom-based Teacher Discourse In Science.
The 8th International Conference Of The Learning Science Society 
Utrecht, The Netherlands, June 2008.

Demetriou, D., K. Korfiatis.
‘Tracking’ Students’ Process Of Learning. The 2008 NARST International Conference, Baltimore, USA, 2008, 

Paraskeva-Hadjichambi, D. K. Korfiatis, A. Ch. Hadjichambis.
Children’s Ideas About Rare And Threatened Species: Knowledge, Values And Intention To Act.
The 4th Hellenic Conference Of The Union Of Science Education,
Thessaloniki, Greece, 2008, 

Epifaniou, A., Paraskeva-Chadjihambi D., Hovardas, T., And K. Korfiatis
Pre-instructional Conceptions Of Elementary School Students On The Life-cycle Of Plants.
The 4th Hellenic Conference Of The Union Of Science Education,
Thessaloniki, Greece, 2008,

Louca & Z. C. Zacharia.
A Discourse-based Analysis Of Student Inquiry In Elementary Science.
The 8th International Conference Of The Learning Science Society 
Utrecht,The Netherlands, June 2008.

Paraskeva-Hadjichambi, D. K. Korfiatis, A. Ch. Hadjichambis.
Children’s Ideas About Rare And Threatened Species: Implications For Teaching,
The 2008 NARST International Conference,
Baltimore, USA, 2008, 
 
Olymbiou and C. P. Constantinou
An innovative system for knowledge management and educational applications (in Greek).
Innovations in Science and Technology Conference, University of Cyprus,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5 December 2008.

Louca, Z. C. Zacharia, & C. P. Constantinou
Describing the construction process of models of physical phenomena: A discourse-based analysis of elementary student modeling conversations.
Paper presented at the 2008 annual conference of the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST),
Baltimore, MD, USA, April 2008.

M. Papaevripidou, C.P.Constantinou, & Z. Zacharia
The development and implementation of a modeling-based curriculum to enhance ecosystems’ understanding: a design experiment with fifth graders
Paper presented at the 2008 annual conference of the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST),
Baltimore, MD, USA, April 2008.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P.Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
Approaching ecosystems’ understanding through modeling: a design experiment.
Paper presented at the 2008 annual conference of the American Educational Research Association (AERA),
New York, USA, March 2008.

L. Louca & Z. C. Zacharia.
A Discourse-based Analysis Of Student Inquiry In Elementary Science.
The 8th International Conference Of The Learning Science Society
Utrecht,The Netherlands, June 2008.
 
Paraskeva-Hadjichambi, D. K. Korfiatis, A. Ch. Hadjichambis.
Children’s Ideas About Rare And Threatened Species: Implications For Teaching,
The 2008 NARST International Conference,
Baltimore, USA, 2008,


 
 2007

 
S. Ioannou, C. P. Constantinou, N. Papadouris And E. A. Kyza
Development And Evaluation Of Web-based Curriculum Materials For Decision Making About Socio-scientific Issues: The Example Of Trace Chemicals In Drinking Water.
The 8th Computer Based Learning In Science Conference, CBLIS 2007,
Heraklion, Crete, 30 June-6 July 2007, 

Karoullas G., Kattou M. & K. Korfiatis.
Children And Adults Opinion On Promoting Sustainability Of Suburban Areas.
 4rth World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC),
Durban, South Africa, 2007, 

Korfiatis K. & T. Hovardas.
Impact Of A University Course On Pre-service Teachers’ Environmental Conceptions.
4th Annual Research Symposium Of The North American Association For Environmental Education,Beach Virginia, USA, 2007,

Korfiatis, K., And T. Hovardas.

Teaching As Worldview Change: A Study Of A Course On Environmental Issues At The Department Of Education, University Of Cyprus.4th Hellenic Conference On History, Philosophy And Science Teaching,Patras, Greece, 2007, 

Olympiou, Z. C. Zacharia, M. Papaevripidou And C. P. Constantinou

The Rationale, Design And Implementation Of A Web-based Inquiry Learning Environment.
The 8th Computer Based Learning In Science Conference, CBLIS 2007,
Heraklion, Crete, 30 June-6 July 2007, 

Olympiou, Z. C. Zacharia, & M. Papaevripidou.

Using Physical And Virtual Environments To Enhance Conceptual Understanding In Heat And Temperature (in Greek).
The Fifth Panhellenic Conference Of Science Education And New Technologies: Teacher Education And Pedagogical Content Knowledge
University Of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece, 2007.

Louca & Z. C. Zacharia.
Modeling With Stagecast Creator: A Video-case Study Describing The Process Of Developing, Evaluating And Refining Models Of Accelerated Motion In Elementary School.
The Eighth International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science 
Crete, Greece, July 2007.
Hadjilouca and C. P. Constantinou
The evolving relationship between science and technology: historical and philosophical aspects and their educational implications (in Greek)
4th Panhellenic Conference on History, Philosophy and Science Teaching: Science Culture and Education,
University of Patras, Greece, 5-7 October 2007.

R. Hadjilouca, N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
A study of 6th grade students’ ideas on the distinction between science and technology (in Greek)
4th Panhellenic Conference on History, Philosophy and Science Teaching: Science Culture and Education,
University of Patras, Greece, 5-7 October 2007.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Preparing teachers to use modeling tools in science teaching and learning through a blended e-learning course involving structured collaboration
ICEM 2007 Conference: Educational Media and Innovative Practices: Challenges and Visions, Intercollege,
Nicosia, 20-22 September 2007.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
Instructing alien Nemo to collect the apples from the apple-tree: A designed curriculum to foster fifth graders’ programming skills through the use of Stagecast Creator
ICEM 2007 Conference: Educational Media and Innovative Practices: Challenges and Visions,
Intercollege, Nicosia, 20-22 September 2007.

E. A. Kyza and C. P. Constantinou
Teachers as designers of inquiry-based interactive learning environments
Paper presented at the 12th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) Developing Potentials for Learning,
Budapest, Hungary, 28 August – 1 September 2007.

Ch. Th. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Assessing modeling skills, meta-cognitive modeling knowledge and meta-modeling knowledge
Paper presented at the 12th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) Developing Potentials for Learning,
Budapest, Hungary, 28 August – 1 September 2007.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Approaches taken by sixth-graders in processing information in the context of a socio-scientific decision-making situation
Paper presented at the 12th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) Developing Potentials for Learning,
Budapest, Hungary, 28 August – 1 September 2007.

M. Papaevripidou and C. P. Constantinou
Facilitating the development of the modeling ability of fifth graders: a comparison of the effectiveness of two instructional approaches.
Paper presented at the 12th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) Developing Potentials for Learning,
Budapest, Hungary, 28 August – 1 September 2007.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. C. Zacharia
Enacting inquiry through modeling: The added value of two sequential modeling-based approaches in the development of student understanding of ecosystems
Paper presented at the 12th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) Developing Potentials for Learning,
Budapest, Hungary, 28 August – 1 September 2007.

L. Louca, Z. Zacharia and C. P. Constantinou.
School children modeling physical phenomena through programming: a discourse-based analysis of video case studies
Paper presented at the 12th biennial conference of the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) Developing Potentials for Learning,
Budapest, Hungary, 28 August – 1 September 2007.

E. A. Kyza, G. Michael and C. P. Constantinou
Patterns of reflection in middle school students’ collaborative investigation of a scientific problem
Paper presented at the 2007 conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA),
Malmö, Sweden, 20-25 August 2007.

Marios Papaevripidou, Constantinos P. Constantinou & Zacharias C. Zacharia
Enacting a framework for developing and assessing modeling abilities in the elementary science classroom
Paper presented at the 2007 conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA),
Malmö, Sweden, 20-25 August 2007.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
A research report on using an epistemologically-informed activity sequence to help pre-service teachers develop conceptual understanding about energy
Paper presented at the 2007 conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA),
Malmö, Sweden, 20-25 August 2007.

E. A. Kyza and C. P. Constantinou
Design patterns for collaborative reflection in inquiry-based science.
Workshop in Linking CSCL design patterns to authentic educational case studies.
Computer Supported Collaborative Learning Conference, Rutgers University,
New Brunswick, NJ, USA, 16-20 July 2007.

G. Olympiou, Z.C. Zacharia, M. Papaevripidou and C.P. Constantinou
Using physical and virtual manipulatives to enhance conceptual understanding in heat and temperature.
8th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS),
Crete, Greece, 29 June - 6 July 2007.

A. S. Ioannou, C. P. Constantinou, N. Papadouris and E. A. Kyza
Development and assessment of web based curriculum materials for decision making about socio-scientific issues: the example of trace chemicals in drinking water.
8th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS),
Crete, Greece, 29 June - 6 July 2007.

L. Ph. Louka and C. P. Constantinou
The integration of ICT tools in education as an example of the role of technology in society.
8th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS),
Crete, Greece, 29 June - 6 July 2007.

E. A. Kyza, G. Michael, and C. P. Constantinou
The rationale, design, and implementation of a web-based inquiry learning environment.
8th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS),
Crete, Greece, 29 June - 6 July 2007.

E. A. Kyza, G. Olympiou, C. P. Constantinou, M. Botte, Fr. M. Guadagno
An innovative, web-based approach to teaching students about environmental risk management.
Paper presented as part of the symposium “The OIKOS project: A web-based approach to teaching students about environmental risk management”
8th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS),
Crete, Greece, 29 June - 6 July 2007.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
The effect of two instructional approaches on the development of modeling skills among fifth graders.
Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA 2007),
Chicago, 9-13 April 2007.

G. Olymbiou, Z. Zacharia, M. Papaevripidou and C. P. Constantinou
Investigation of the facility of physical and virtual manipulatives to promote the development of pre-service teachers’ conceptual understanding of heat and temperature (in Greek).
Fifth Panhellenic Conference on the Didactics of Science and the Application of New Technologies in Education,
15-18 March 2007, University of Ioannina, Greece.

M. Michael, L. Louca, and C. P. Constantinou
Fifth Panhellenic Conference on the Didactics of Science and the Application of New Technologies in Education,
15-18 March 2007, University of Ioannina, Greece.

R. Hadjilouka, E. Kyza, Z. Zacharia and C. P. Constantinou
An investigation of the beliefs and practices of in-service teachers with respect to the role of information and communication technologies in the teaching and learning of science in five European countries (in Greek).
Fifth Panhellenic Conference on the Didactics of Science and the Application of New Technologies in Education,
15-18 March 2007, University of Ioannina, Greece.


 2006

 

Korfiatis K., Hovardas T., Tsaliki E., Birch J., & J. Palmer.
Children’s Attitudes Towards Activities Of The Primary Sector And Ecotourism In A Protected Wetland Area.
 The 3rd World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC), Torino, Italy, 2006,

A. Kyza and C. P. Constantinou
Investigating the mechanisms scaffolding 6th grade students’ evidence-based explanations in the context of an ecology problem.
Fifth Panhellenic Conference on Information and Communication Technologies in Education, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki,
Greece, 5-8 October, 2006.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou, K. Korfiatis, M. Evagorou, and C. P. Constantinou.
The development of decision-making skills and environmental concern using interactive models.
Paper presented at the 6th Conference of European Researchers in Didactics of Biology (ERIDOB), t
London, 11-15 September 2006.

A. S. Ioannou, C. P. Constantinou and N. Papadouris
Web based curriculum materials for decision making about socio-scientific issues: the example of trace chemicals in drinking water.
3rd International Conference on Hands on Science,
Braga, Portugal, 4-9 September 2006.

E.A. Kyza, G. Michael and C.P. Constantinou
The design of a web-based tool for scaffolding students' reflection in data-rich, inquiry-based investigations.
3rd International Conference on Hands on Science,
Braga, Portugal, 4-9 September 2006.

G. Michael, E.A. Kyza and C.P. Constantinou
A web-based inquiry environment for the development of environmental decision-making.
3rd International Conference on Hands on Science,
Braga, Portugal, 4-9 September 2006.

M. Michaelidou, L. Avraamidou, M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou
The use of narrative stories in science teaching.
3rd International Conference on Hands on Science,
Braga, Portugal, 4-9 September 2006.

M. P. Michael, L. Louca, & C. P. Constantinou
Categorization of computer based model representations, made by students, through the development of evaluation criteria.
3rd International Conference on Hands on Science,
Braga, Portugal, 4-9 September 2006.

N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Design, development and validation of a teaching proposal for energy: results from a pilot implementation.
GIREP Conference
, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 20-25 August 2006.

C.P Constantinou 
Action research in pre-primary education: A framework for in-service teacher training (in Greek).
4th Panhellenic Preschool Science Education Conference,
Volos, Greece, 23-25 June 2006.

R. Hadjilouka, E. Kyza, Z. Zacharia and C. P. Constantinou
The use of new information and communication technologies in science teaching and learning in five european countries: teachers’ beliefs, attitudes and practices
(in Greek). 5th Conference of the Cyprus Computer Using Educators Conference on Applications of ICT: Open Learning Environments,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 16-18 June 2006.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constaninou, Z. Zacharia
Development of 11 year old students’ programming skills with the use of Stagecast Creator (in Greek).
5th Conference of the Cyprus Computer Using Educators Conference on Applications of ICT: Open Learning Environments,
Nicosia, Cyprus 16-18 June 2006.

E. Christoforou and C. P. Constantinou
A study of the role of science learning as a means for the development of causal thought by primary school students (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society, Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

N. Kalyfommatou and C. P. Constantinou
A methodology for the development of curriculum materials for enhancing the epistemological awareness of students aged 11-14: an example with webquests about the water cycle (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society, Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.
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Y. Karmiotis and C. P. Constantinou
Exploration of wave interference phenomena thorough a computer supported collaborative inquiry approach (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

E. Kyriazi and C. P. Constantinou
Development of investigative skills of 11 year old students through a science fair approach (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

A. C. Mettas and C. P. Constantinou
The development of technological problem solving skills through the Technology Fair (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

Chr. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Epistemological difficulties encountered by pre-service teachers as they develop models of the moon phases (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

M. Papaevripidou and C. P. Constantinou
Design, development and implementation of a teaching intervention for combined development of the modeling skills and conceptual understanding about ecosystems of 5th grade pupils (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

M. Pouagkare, Z. Zacharia and C. P. Constantinou
An investigation of the knowledge transfer abilities of high school students from the field of Dynamics and Fields to Space Physics (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

K. Savva and C. P. Constantinou
Elementary and secondary teacher perceptions on certain environmental issues and the use of the outdoor environment as a context for teaching (in Greek).
9th Conference of the Cyprus Pedagogical Society,
Nicosia, 9-10 June 2006.

E. A. Kyza, Z. Zacharia and C. P. Constantinou
STOCHASMOS: The rationale, design and implementation of a web-based environment to support reflective inquiry
Workshop conducted at the Kaleidoscope meeting “Inquiry Learning, building bridges to practice” ,
Twente, Netherlands, May 29-31, 2006.

M. Michael, E. A. Kyza, C. P. Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
Difficulties encountered by students in open inquiry: examples from an ecology problem (in Greek)
3rd Conference of the Greek Union for Science Education,
Volos, Greece, 7-9 April 2006.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou, M. Evagorou, K. Korfiatis and C. P Constantinou
The development of students’ decision making skills and environmentally friendly attitudes through the educational use of interactive virtual models (in Greek)
3rd Conference of the Greek Union for Science Education,
Volos, Greece, 7-9 April 2006.

N. Papadouris, Th. Kyratsi, D. Papademetriou and C. P. Constantinou
Teaching optimization as a decision-making strategy through a web-based learning environment
Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA),
San Francisco, 7-11 April 2006.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou, M. Evagorou, and C. P Constantinou
Developing system thinking skills to elementary school students through a model-based inquiry learning environment.
Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA),
San Francisco, 7-11 April 2006.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
Fostering Fifth Graders Understanding of the Concept of Interdependence of Species through Building Computer-Based Models.
Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA),
San Francisco, 7-11 April 2006.

N. Papadouris & C. P. Constantinou
Teaching about energy: a research report on the development and evaluation of a sequence of learning activities.
NARST Conference, San Francisco, USA, 3-6 April 2006.

Chr. Th. Nicolaou, I. A. Nicolaidou, Z. C. Zacharia, and C. P Constantinou.
Integrating Microcomputer-Based Labs in an Inquiry-Based Curriculum: An Effort to Enhance Elementary School Students’
Conceptual Understanding and Ability in Constructing and Interpreting Graphs in Physics.
NARST Conference, San Francisco, USA, 3-6 April 2006.

M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou and Z. Zacharia
The Use of a Computer Programming Environment to Enhance Conceptual Understanding, Modeling Skills and Epistemological Awareness among 13 -14 Year Olds within the Context of 1-D Collisions
NARST Conference, San Francisco, USA, 3-6 April 2006. 


 

A. C. Mettas And C. P. Constantinou.
The Technology Fair As A Means For Promoting Primary Education Students’ Problem Solving Skills And Interest In Science And Technology.
5th International Primary Design And Technology Conference: Excellence Through Enjoyment, Centre For Research In Primary Education (CRIPT),
Birmingham, England, 24-28 June 2005, 
 
A. Mettas And C.P. Constantinou.
Technology Fair Projects
 The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science In A Changing Education,
University Of Crete, Greece, 13-16 July 2005,
 
A. Mettas And C. P. Constantinou.
The Technology Fair As A Means For Enhancing Problem Solving Skills And Interest In Science And Technology
The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science In A Changing Education,
University Of Crete, Greece, 13-16 July 2005, 
 
 
A. C. Mettas And C. P. Constantinou.
The Technology Fair: An Alternative Approach To Teaching Design And Technology In Primary Teacher Preparation.
 The Design And Technology Association (DATA) Annual International Research Conference 2005,
Sheffield Hallam University, England, 7-9 July 2005, 
 
 
C.P. Constantinou.
Preparing Teachers For Cognitive Coaching: The Case Of Physics By Inquiry As An Experiential Basis For Science Learning
Proceedings Of The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science In A Changing Education,
University Of Crete, Greece, 
 
 
C. Th. Nicolaou, And C. P. Constantinou.
Stagecast Creator TM And WebCT TM: An Integrated Use Of Computer Programming And A Virtual Learning Environment For Developing Modelling Skills
 Seventh International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science,
CBLIS 2005, University Of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005, 
 
E. Kyriazi, And C.P. Constantinou.
The Science Fair As A Means For Developing Children’s Graphing Skills In Elementary School
The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science In A Changing Education,
University Of Crete, Greece, 13-16 July 2005,
 
M. P. Evagorou, Z. C. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou, M. N. Papaevripidou And Th. Kyratsi.
An ELearning Platform For The School Practicum In Initial Teacher Preparation.
The Seventh International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science 
Žilina, Slovakia, July 2005.
 
M.I. Hadjimarkou, C. P. Constantinou And Z. C. Zacharia.
Teaching Ninth Grade Genetics Through Inquiry.
 The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science: Science In A Changing Education 
Crete, Greece, July 2005.
 
M. Evagorou, L. Avraamidou, And C.P. Constantinou .
The Science Fair As A Mechanism For University-school-community Collaborations In Cyprus
 The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science In A Changing Education,
University Of Crete, Greece, 13-16 July 2005, 
 
M. I. Hadjimarcou, C. P. Constantinoou, Z. Zacharia.
Teaching Ninth-grade Genetics Through Inquiry
The 2nd International Conference Hands On Science In A Changing Education,
University Of Crete, Greece, 13-16 July 2005, 
 
M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou, Z. Zacharia.
Enhancing Fifth Graders Understanding Of Complex Ecosystems Through A Model-Based Approach Utilizing Stagecast CreatorTM
The Seventh International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science,
CBLIS 2005, University Of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005, 
 
N. Papadouris, D. Papademetriou, Th. Kyratsi, C. P. Constantinou
Developing Research-Based Technology-Enhanced Curriculum Materials: An Example In The Context Of Decision-Making Skills
 The Seventh International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science, CBLIS 2005,
University Of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005, 
 
M. P. Evagorou, Z. C. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou, M. N. Papaevripidou, Th. Kyratsi
Managing Teachers’ Practicum In Initial Teacher Preparation Using An Elearning Platform.
 The Seventh International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science, CBLIS 2005,
University Of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005, 
 
Z. C. Zacharia And E. Evagorou.
Real Versus Virtual Laboratory Experimentation.
 The Seventh International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science 
Zilina, Slovakia, July 2005.
 
E. A. Kyza, Z. C. Zacharia, And K. Korfiatis.
STOCHASMOS: A Web-based Learning Environment For Supporting Students’ Reflective Inquiry.
 The European Science Education Research Association Conference 
Barcelona, Spain, August 2005.
 
Z. C. Zacharia.
Exploring The Nature And Quality Of Science Teachers Explanations When Engaged With Computer-Based Experimentation.
 The European Science Education Research Association Conference
Barcelona, Spain, August 2005.
 
Z. C. Zacharia And M. Evagorou.
Comparing The Impact Of Virtual And Real Experiments On Undergraduate Students’ Conceptual Understanding In Physics.
The European Science Education Research Association Conference 
Barcelona, Spain, August 2005.
 
Ch. Th. Nicolaou, And C.P. Constantinou.
Epistemological, Reasoning And Pedagogical Difficulties Associated With Modeling Skills
The ESERA 2005 Conference,
Barcelona, Spain, 28th August 1st September, 2005,
 
Hovardas, A. & K. Korfiatis.
Pilot Implementation Of A Methodology Proposed For Evaluating Environmental Education Programs,
 11th EARLI Biennial Conference,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 2005,
 
Papadouris, Th. Kyratsi, and C.P. Constantinou
Teaching about energy: a research report on the development and evaluation of a sequence of learning activities.
ESERA 2005 Conference,
Barcelona, Spain, 28th August-1st September, 2005
 
M. Papaevripidou, Z. Zacharia, and C.P. Constantinou
Development of modeling skills and enhancement of conceptual understanding among eleven year olds in the context of marine ecosystems through the use of Stagecast Creator.
ESERA 2005 Conference, Barcelona, Spain,
28th August-1st September, 2005
 
Ch. Th. Nicolaou, and C.P. Constantinou
Epistemological, Reasoning and Pedagogical Difficulties Associated with Modeling Skills.
ESERA 2005 Conference, Barcelona, Spain, 28th August-1st September, 2005
 
M.Evagorou, L. Avraamidou, and C.P. Constantinou
The science fair as mechanism for university-school-community collaborations in Cyprus
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
A. Mettas and C.P. Constantinou
Technology fair projects
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
E. Kyriazi, and C.P. Constantinou
The science fair as a means for developing children’s graphing skills in elementary school
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
A. Mettas and C.P. Constantinou
The technology fair as means for enhancing problem solving skills and interest in Science and Technology
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
M. I. Hadjimarcou, C.P. Constantinoou, Z. Zacharia
Teaching ninth-grade genetics through Inquiry
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
C.P. Constantinou
Preparing teachers for cognitive coaching: the case of Physics by Inquiry as an experiential basis for science learning
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
D. Demetriou, M. Michael, K. Korfiatis, and C. P. Constantinou
Wetlands of Cyprus: A learning environment for developing inquiry skills with the use of webquests and field studies
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
A. Evagorou, M. Michael, M. Papaevripidou, and C.P. Constantinou
The development of students’ ability to manipulate graphs in kinematics and dynamics through the use of a simulation in a computer programming environment
HSci2005, 2nd International Conference Hands on Science in a Changing Education,
University of Crete, Greece, July 13-16, 2005
 
A. C. Mettas and C. P. Constantinou.
The Technology Fair: an alternative approach to teaching Design and Technology in primary teacher preparation.
Design and Technology Association (DATA) Annual International Research Conference 2005,
Sheffield Hallam University, England, 7-9 July 2005.
 
N. Papadouris, D. Papademetriou, Th. Kyratsi, C. P. Constantinou
Developing Research-Based Technology-Enhanced Curriculum Materials: an Example in the Context of Decision-Making Skills
Seventh International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science,
University of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005
 
M. P. Evagorou, Z. C. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou, M. N. Papaevripidou, Th. Kyratsi
Managing Teachers’ Practicum in Initial Teacher Preparation Using an Elearning Platform.
Seventh International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science,
University of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005
 
C. Th. Nicolaou, and C. P. Constantinou
Stagecast Creator TM And Webct TM: an Integrated Use of Computer Programming and a Virtual Learning Environment for Developing Modelling Skills
Seventh International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science,
University of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005
 
M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou, Z. Zacharia
Enhancing Fifth Graders Understanding of Complex Ecosystems Through a Model-Based Approach Utilizing Stagecast CreatorTM
Seventh International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science,
University of Zilina, Slovakia, 2-6 July, 2005
 
A. C. Mettas and C. P. Constantinou.
The Technology Fair as a means for promoting primary education students’ problem solving skills and interest in Science and Technology.
5th CRIPT (Centre for Research in Primary Education) International Conference,
Birmingham, England, 24-28 June 2005.
 
C.P. Constantinou
Europe needs more scientists (in Greek). Presented at the First Meeting of the Cyprus National Steering Committee, Science on Stage Project,
University of Cyprus, 12 April 2005.


 2004

 
M. P. Evagorou, Z. C. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou And M. N. Papaevripidou.
Reforming School Practicum In Initial Teacher Preparation Through The Use Of An ELearning Platform.
The Commonwealth Association For Science, Technology And Mathematics Educators Conference
Intercollege, Nicosia, Cyprus, April 2004.
 
A. C. Mettas And C. P. Constantinou.
The Technology Fair As A University – School Partnership For Promoting Students’ Problem Solving Skills
The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
C. Th. Nicolaou, I. A. Nicolaidou, And C. P. Constantinou
Microcomputer-based Laboratories: Enhancing Students’ Interpretation Of Graphical Representations And Understanding Of Phase Transformations.
Proceedings Of The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
Chr. Th. Nicolaou And C. P. Constantinou,
Developing Pre-service Teachers Modeling Abilities Through A Blended E-learning Approach (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning,
26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,

Ch. Christofi, K. Constantinide, M. Hadjiagapiou, N. Kalyfommatou, C. Korfiatis And C. P. Constantinou
Students’ Conceptions Of Ecological Processes: Implications For The Design Of Web-based Inquiry Curriculum
The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
E. Kyriazi And C. P. Constantinou.
The Science Fair As A Means For Developing Investigative Skills In The Elementary School.
The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
I. Karmiotis, C. P. Constantinou And Z. Zacharia,
Student Understanding Of Wave Interference Through Software Supported Collaborative Inquiry Approach (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,
 
K. Constantinide, St. Christofi, M. Hadjiagapiou, K. Korfiatis And C. P. Constantinou,
Children’s Abilities To Identify Causal Relationships In Ecosystems (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece, 
 
K. Constantinide, N. Kalyfommatou , Chr. Christofi , M. Hadjiagapiou, C. Korfiatis, C. P. Constantinou
Students’ Conceptions Of Ecological Processes: Implications For The Design Of A Web-based Inquiry Curriculum.
The CASTME International And CASTME Europe Conference, 15-18 April 2004,
Nicosia, Cyprus,
 
M. Evagorou, Z. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou, Th Kyratsi And M. Papaevripidou
Adaptation Of Learning SpaceTM, An Online Platform, For Supporting The Educational Work Of Cypriot Teachers: A Pilot Research And Development Study In The Context Of The School Practicum For Elementary Teachers (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,
 
M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou And Z. Zacharia,
Improving Student Understanding Of Ecosystems Through A Modeling-based Learning Approach (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,
 
M. Papaevripidou, M. Hadjiagapiou And C. P. Constantinou.
Combined Development Of 13-14 Year Old Students’ Understanding, Modeling Skills And Epistemological Awareness Through A Unit On 1-dimensional Elastic Collisions (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,

M. Papaevripidou, M. Hadjiagapiou And C. P. Constantinou
The Use Of A Programming Based Environment To Promote Conceptual Understanding, Modeling Skills And Epistemological Awareness Among 13th And 14th Year Olds In The Domain Of 1-D Collisions
The GIREP Conference On Teaching Physics In New Contexts,
Ostrava, Czech Republic, 18-23 July 2004,
 
M. Evagorou, Z. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou, Th. Kyratsi And M. Papaevripidou.
The Development Of An ELearning Platform As A Resource For The School Practicum In Initial Teacher Preparation
The GIREP Conference On Teaching Physics In New Contexts,
Ostrava, Czech Republic, 18-23 July 2004,
 
M. Papaevripidou, M. Hadjiagapiou And C. P. Constantinou
The Use Of A Programming Environment To Promote Conceptual Understanding, Modeling Skills And Epistemological Awareness Among 13th And 14th Year Olds In The Domain Of 1-D Collisions
Proceedings Of The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
M. P. Evagorou, Z. C. Zacharia And C. P. Constantinou.
Developing Children’s Understanding In Astronomy: A Research Study With Elementary School Children Proceedings Of The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
M. Papaevripidou, M. Hadjiagapiou, C. P. Constantinou
The Development Of Conceptual Understanding, Procedural Skills And Epistemological Awareness Among 13th And 14th Year Olds, through The Use Of
a Computer Programming Environment In The Context Of 1-D Collisions.
The CASTME International And CASTME Europe Conference, 15-18 April 2004,
Nicosia, Cyprus,
 
M. P. Evagorou, Z. C. Zacharia, C. P. Constantinou, Th. Kyratsi And M. N. Papaevripidou.
The Development Of An ELearning Platform As A Resource For The School Practicum In Initial Teacher Preparation.
The CASTME International And CASTME Europe Conference, 15-18 April 2004,
Nicosia, Cyprus,
 
N. Papadouris, Th. Kyratsi And C. P. Constantinou
Student Understanding Of Energy As A Model That Accounts For Changes In Physical Systems Proceedings Of The GIREP
Conference On Teaching Physics In New Contexts,
Ostrava, Czech Republic, 18-23 July 2004,
 
N. Papadouris, Th Kyratsi, Chr. Th. Nicolaou, M. Evagorou, D. Papademetriou And C. P. Constantinou
Decision Making Situations: Teaching Approaches And Reasoning Difficulties Encountered By 12 Year Old Students (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004,
National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,
 
N. Kalyfommatou And C. P. Constantinou,
Promoting Primary School Students’ Understanding Of The Water Cycle Through Modeling And Simulation Activities (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004, National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,
 
N. Papadouris, Th. Kyratsi And C. P. Constantinou.
Elementary Students’ Ideas Regarding Energy As A Model That Accounts For Changes In Physical Systems.
The 1st International Hands On Science Conference,
Ljubljana, Slovenia, 5-9 July 2004.
 
Z. Zacharia, N. Kalyfmmatou, C. P. Constantinou, Chr. Th. Nicolaou, M. Papaevripidou And M. Hadjiagapiou.
Design, Development And Implementation Of Curriculum Materials For Promoting Student Modeling In A Variety Of Contexts (in Greek).
The 4th Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And the Application Of New Technologies In Education: Multiple Perspectives On Science Teaching And Learning, 26-28 November 2004,
National Kapodistrian University Of Athens, Greece,
 
N. Papadouris, Th. Kyratsi, C. P. Constantinou.
Elementary Students’ Ideas Regarding Energy As A Model That Accounts For Changes In Physical Systems.
In Gr. Makrides, A. Gagatsis, K. Nicolaou (eds) Proceedings Of The CASTME International And CASTME Europe Conference,
15-18 April 2004, Nicosia, Cyprus,
 
Chr. Nicolaou, M. Hadjiagapiou And C. P. Constantinou.
A Test For Assessing Spatial Abilities In Gr. Makrides, A. Gagatsis, K. Nicolaou (eds)
The CASTME International And CASTME Europe Conference,
15-18 April 2004, Nicosia, Cyprus,
 
E. Papanastasiou, Z. Zacharia, And M. Zembylas.
Examining When Instructional Activities Work Well In Relation To Science Achievement.
Of The IEA International Research Conference
Nicosia, Cyprus, May 2004.


 
 
C. P. Constantinou, A. C. Kakas, S. Katsikides, G. A. Papadopoulos, C. Pattichis, A Pitsillides, C.N. Schizas
Electronic Roads In The Information Society: Social, Educational And Technological Aspects.
The 6th International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science, Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
I. Nicolaidou, Ch. Th. Nicolaou And C.P.Constantinou.
Enhancing Fourth Graders Ability To Interpret Graphical Representations Through The Use Of Sensors In The Context Of Phase Transformations (melting And Freezing).
The 6th International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
Ch. Nicolaou, I. Nicolaidou, C. P. Constantinou
The E-learning Movement As A Process Of Quality Improvement In Education C. P. Constantinou & Z. C. Zacharia (eds.)
6th International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
Ch. Lymbouridou And C.P.Constantinou.
The Use Of Mind Mapping Software To Improve Primary School Students’ Ability To Construct Scientific Arguments.
6th International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
Z. Zacharia And E. Evagorou.
The Effect Of Real And Virtual Laboratory Experimentation On Students’ Understanding Of Electric Circuits (in Greek).
Fourth Panhellenic Conference On The Didactics Of Science And The Application Of New Technologies In Education
 
M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou.
Using An Interactive Simulation To Enhance Procedural Skills In Grade 5. C. P. Constantinou & Z. C. Zacharia (eds.)
The 6th International Conference On Computer Based Learning In Science,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
 
 L. C. McDermott, P. Heron, Chr. Kautz and C. P. Constantinou
Preparing Pre-service and In-service Teachers to Teach Physical Science:
The Teacher Preparation Program at the University of Cyprus
Workshop on Learning Physics by Guided Inquiry , Second GIREP Seminar:
Quality Development in Teacher Education and Training, Udine, Italy, 1-6 September 2003.
 
N. Kalyfommatou and C. P. Constantinou
The development of the conceptual model of analyzing a luminous object into a series of point sources and its influence on student understanding of basic concepts in geometrical optics.
The 4th European Science Education Research Association Conference on Research and the Quality of Science Education,
19 – 23 August 2003, Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands.
 
Chr. Nicolaou and C. P. Constantinou
Obstacles to the development of conceptual understanding in observational astronomy: the case of spatial reasoning difficulties encountered by pre-service teachers
The 4th European Science Education Research Association Conference on Research and the Quality of Science Education,
19 – 23 August 2003, Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands.
 
N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Epistemological and Reasoning Difficulties Associated with Scientific Experimentation
The 4th European Science Education Research Association Conference on Research and the Quality of Science Education, 19 – 23 August 2003,
Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands.
 
M. Papaevripidou and C. P. Constantinou
Using an interactive database simulation to help fifth graders develop procedural skills in science: an example from designing experiments
The 4th European Science Education Research Association Conference on Research and the Quality of Science Education,
19 – 23 August 2003, Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands.
 
I. Nicolaidou, Ch. Th. Nicolaou and C.P.Constantinou
Enhancing fourth graders ability to interpret graphical representations through the use of sensors in the context of phase transformations (melting and freezing).
Sixth International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2003,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
Ch. Nicolaou, C. P. Constantinou
The e-learning movement as a process of quality improvement in education
Sixth International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2003,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
Ch. Nicolaou, C. P. Constantinou
Open Distance Inter-University Synergies Between Europe, Africa and the Middle East (ODISEAME)
Sixth International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2003,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
Ch. Lymbouridou, A. Sevastidou and C.P.Constantinou
Can the use of an interactive computational model assist in teaching forms of causality and system dynamics?
Sixth International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2003,
Nicosia, Cyprus, 5-10 July 2003.
 
C. P. Constantinou
The Earth Systems Education Approach to Enhancing Science Literacy. European Masters Program in Environmental Education (EMPEE) -
Preparatory Workshop, Malta, 29 May – 1 June 2003.
 
Papapolydorou, M., Michaelides, M. P., and Constantinou, C. P.
Investigating the skills for interpreting and constructing graphs in different science classes using analysis of variance and Rasch modeling techniques.
Poster presented at the Annual Meeting of the National Council on Measurement in Education,
22-24 April 2003, Chicago, Il.

 
 
 
C. P. Constantinou
The role of simulations in the development of reasoning skills: an example from designing experiments (in Greek)
Conference of the Greek Science Education Association,
Athens, Greece, 18-21 April 2002. 

 
 
N. Papadouris, C. P. Constantinou
Methodology for sequencing learning activities: the case of modeling skills.
5th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2001,
Brno, Czechia, 7-12 July 2001.
 
K. Constantinide, N. Kalyfommatou, C. P. Constantinou
The development of modeling skills through computer based simulation of an ant colony.
5th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2001,
Brno, Czechia, 7-12 July 2001.
 
M. Evagorou, P. Ttoffi, C. P. Constantinou
An interactive simulation to evaluate students understanding of moon phase formation.
5th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2001,
Brno, Czechia, 7-12 July 2001.
 
M. Papaevripidou, C. P. Constantinou
Development of procedural skills in science through the use of an interactive database: an example from designing experiments.
5th International Conference on Computer Based Learning in Science, CBLIS 2001,
Brno, Czechia, 7-12 July 2001.
 
C. P. Constantinou
The design and development of research-based, technology-enhanced science curriculum: what support can we expect from communication and information tools?
Third Intensive Program Erasmus – Socrates, University of Cyprus, Nicosia, 22 June – 6 July 2001.
 
R. W. Fortner, C. P. Constantinou
Cyprus Teachers' Readiness for Earth Systems Education
National Association of Research in Science Teaching Conference, 25-28 March 2001, St. Louis, MO.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Quality in education: the case of the physical sciences (in Greek)
Skali Open University, 10 January 2001, Nicosia, Cyprus. 

 
 
C. P. Constantinou
Teaching and Learning in Physical Science: does TIMSS tell us anything about improving the quality of our educational system? (in Greek)
Zenoneio Open University, 6 December 2000, Larnaca, Cyprus
 
N. Papadouris and C. P. Constantinou
Analysis of the potential contribution of information tools to the design and development of physics learning environments: The case of modeling software.
GIREP International Conference on Physics Education, August 27 – September 1 2000, Barcelona, Spain.
 
A. Raftopoulos and C. P. Constantinou
The implications of Cognitive Science for the significance of experimentation in science teaching
22nd Annual Meeting of the Cognitive Science Society, 12-15 August 2000, Philadelphia, PA.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Systematic Design of Inquiry Based Science Curriculum for the Primary Grades, Nuffield Primary Science Network Meeting,
2nd June 2000, London, U.K.
 
L. Louca and C. P. Constantinou
The development of modeling skills through student constructed microworlds (in Greek)
Socrates / Erasmus Intensive Programme Learning and Assessment in Mathematics and Science,
University of Cyprus, Nicosia, June 20 - July 5 2000.
 
P. Tofi and C. P. Constantinou
The Physics by Inquiry approach to developing proportional reasoning (in Greek)
Socrates / Erasmus Intensive Programme Learning and Assessment in Mathematics and Science,
University of Cyprus, Nicosia, June 20 - July 5 2000.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Preparing Teachers for the Knowledge Society (in Greek)
The Cyprus Computer Society Communication and Information Tools in Education Conference, Pedagogical Institute,
Nicosia, 20 May 2000.
 
C. P. Constantinou
The significance of experimentation in the teaching of science: a cognitive approach (in Greek).
2nd Panhellenic Conference Science and Technology Education, Nicosia, 3-5 May 2000. (with A Raftopoulos)
 
D. Koliopoulos, C. P. Constantinou and M. Evagorou
The science fair: a medium for non-formal education in science
2nd Panhellenic Conference Science and Technology Education, Nicosia, 3-5 May 2000.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Research based approaches to improving teaching and learning in science (in Greek)
The Melkonian Institute Science Education Conference, Nicosia, 15 April 2000.
 
M. Papaevripidou and C. P. Constantinou
An Inquiry based approach to developing childrens’ ability to design experiments (in Greek)
The Melkonian Institute Science Education Conference, Nicosia, 15 April 2000.
 
E. Kyriazi and C. P. Constantinou
Teaching investigative skills: a science fair at the Second Liopetri Elementary School (in Greek).
The Melkonian Institute Science Education Conference, Nicosia, 15 April 2000.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Communication and Information Technology in Education: Challenges and Opportunities for the 21st Century.
Examples from Physical Science (in Greek).
The Philips School, 15 March 2000.
 
C. P. Constantinou
The role of computer-based tools in reforming the science learning environment (in Greek).
1st Educational Conference Information Technology in Pre-primary and Primary Education,
Limassol, 26 February 2000.
 
R. W. Fortner, C. P. Constantinou
Potential for Earth Systems Education in Cyprus
3rd International Conference on Geoscience Education, 16-21 January 2000,
University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
 
C. P. Constantinou, M. Papapolydorou and M. Panayi
Assessing the effectiveness of Physics Teacher Preparation Programs: An Example from Electric Circuits.
American Association of Physics Teachers’ Conference,
Orlando, Florida, 15-19 January 2000.
 
J. R. Thompson, P. S. Shaffer and C. P. Constantinou
Investigating student understanding of the wave nature of sound.
American Association of Physics Teachers’ Conference, Orlando, Florida, 15-19 January 2000. 

 
 
C. P. Constantinou
The role of research in designing digital science learning environments.
International Conference on Re-engineering Cyprus for the Digital Age,
17-19 December 1999, Nicosia, Cyprus.
 
A. Raftopoulos, C. P. Constantinou, D. Koliopoulos and G. Spanoudis
Cognitive readiness and educational intervention: a model of successful learning in magnetism (in Greek)
First Panhellenic Conference on Physical Science in Preschool Education, University of Patras,
10-12 December 1999.
 
C. P. Constantinou
The role of research in the design and validation of curriculum materials: the case of preschool education (in Greek)
First Panhellenic Conference on Physical Science in Preschool Education, University of Patras,
10-12 December 1999.
 
C. P. Constantinou, E. Kyriakidou and Chr. Nicolaou
The design of curriculum for science in the kindergarten: a prototype research and development programme (in Greek)
First Panhellenic Conference on Physical Science in Preschool Education, University of Patras,
10-12 December 1999.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Education, Training and Skills in Cyprus: Current Trends and Future Priorities. Working Group on Education, Training and Skills in the Pre-accession Countries,
Vienna, 11-12 November 1999.
 
C. P. Constantinou, L. S. DeWater, J. R. Thompson and L. C. McDermott
Preparing pre-service and in-service teachers to teach physics and physical science: implementing Physics by Inquiry in two countries.
American Association of Physics Teachers’ Conference,
San Antonio, Texas, 7-11 August 1999.
 
R. W. Fortner, C. P. Constantinou and M. Ierides
Marine Environmental Education in Cyprus
National Marine Educators Association Conference Exploring our Coasta Heritage,
Charleston, South Carolina, August 6-11, 1999.
 
R. W. Fortner, C. P. Constantinou and O. Camgoz
Cyprus teachers’ perceptions of earth systems and ecological education
International Conference Geology at School and University,
Herzen University, St. Petersburg, Russia, June 28-29, 1999.
 
T. Anastasiou and C. P. Constantinou
The use of computer interfaced sensors in teaching heat transfer in gases (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
Chr. Lyshiotis, P. Petrakis and C. P. Constantinou
Science teaching as a process of developing modeling skills (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
N. Kalufommatou, K. Constantinide and C. P. Constantinou
The use of Macromedia Flash in developing modeling skills in the context of division of labour in an ant house (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
L. Louca and C. P. Constantinou
The development of modeling skills through the use of Stagecast Creator: the case of the single lens camera (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
P. Krasidou, M. Papapolydorou and C. P. Constantinou
The use of Stagecast Creator in developing modeling skills in the context of the water cysle (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
Chr. Eustathiou, St. Karaolia and C. P. Constantinou
The use of computer interfaced sensors in the design of experiments related to the melting point (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
G. Adamou, G. Georgiou and C. P. Constantinou
Constructivist restructuring of a year 6 unit on thermal insulators with the use of communication and information tools (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
D. Soteriou and C. P. Constantinou
An environment for developing and assessing proportional reasoning (in Greek)
Mediterranean Computer-Using Educators Conference, University of Cyprus,
June 5 1999.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Research validation of information tools for teaching and learning in physical science (in Greek).
3rd Symposium Information and Communication Technology in Education, Cyprus Pedagogical Institute,
8 May 1999, Nicosia, Cyprus.
 
C. P. Constantinou
High technology and learning in physical science: fundamental parameters of teacher support structures (in Greek).
Teacher Unions Panhellenic Educational Conference The teacher as a professional and as a social partner,
14 – 15 April 1999, Limassol, Cyprus.
 
S. Katsikides, C. N. Schizas, C. P. Constantinou, A. C. Kakas, G. A. Papadopoulos, C. Pattichis, A. Pitsillides
Constructing Electronic Roads in the Information Society (ERIS) - A Case Study in Cyprus (in Greek).
4th International Conference on Networking Entities: The Organisational Impact of Telematics,
17-19 March 1999, Danube University, Krems, Austria.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Conceptual Re-Definition of Curriculum: The Role of Physics Education Research (in Greek).
First International Conference on Science Education, Pedagogical Institute,
Nicosia, January 1999.
 
L. Louca and C. P. Constantinou
Pre-Service Teachers’ Understanding of Electric Circuits: The Construction of a Mental Model Through a Process of Inquiry (in Greek).
First International Conference on Science Education, Pedagogical Institute,
Nicosia, January 1999.
 
P. Krasidou and C. P. Constantinou
The Effectiveness of an Inquiry-Based Approach in Enhancing Pre-Service Kindergarten Teachers’ Conceptual Understanding of Balancing (in Greek).
First International Conference on Science Education, Pedagogical Institute,
Nicosia, January 1999.

 
 
C. P. Constantinou
Physics Education Research and a Computer Based Tutorial on the Photoelectric Effect. EURO-MED NET 98 Conference:
The role of the Internet and the WWW in Developing the Euro-Mediterranean Information Society, Special Track on Education,
March 5th 1998.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Some aspects of teaching and learning in Physics
Physics Education Colloquia, Department of Physics, University of Washington,
18 February 1998 

 
 
C. P. Constantinou
Physics Education research and Computer Based Simulation Environments
Invited colloquium, Centre for Telematics and Information Technology, University of Twente, The Netherlands,
November 26, 1997.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Electronic Roads in the Information Society: Social, Educational and Technological Aspects. IEE International Conference on Information Technology Applications ITA ‘97,
6 - 7 November 1997.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Computer and Information Technology in Physics Education.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Discussant in one of the parallel sessions
Fifth Conference on Quality in Education of the Cyprus Education Association,14 - 15 March 1997, Nicosia, Cyprus.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Teacher Training in Science and Technology and the case of the University of Cyprus (in Greek).
Congress on Physical Science and Technology in Primary Education,
7 - 8 February 1997, University of Athens, Greece.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Computer-Based Concept Mapping as a Potential Alternative Assessment Tool in Science.
Paper Presented under invitation at the Conference on Information Technology in Education, 
National Educational Computing Conference,
June 30 - July 4 1997, Seattle, USA.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Computer-based tools for the development of modeling skills in physical science.
National Educational Computing Conference,
June 30 - July 4 1997, Seattle, USA. 

 
  1996
 
C. P. Constantinou
The definition of a Creative outcome in Physics Education.
Paper Presented at the British Educational Research Association Conference at Lancaster,
U.K., 12-15 September 1996.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Discussant
Educational Psychology Congress of the University of Cyprus Psychology Society.
15 - 16 June 1996.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Discussant in a session on Behavioural Problems
First One-Day Congress on Special Education in Cyprus: Experiences and Perspectives of the Cyprus Society on Special Needs.
4 May 1996.
 
C. P. Constantinou
Computer-Based Cognitive Tools for Teaching and Learning.
Symposium on Technology in Education
Cyprus Pedagogical Institute
Nicosia, Cyprus, 27 January 1996.