Die Rolle des Animismus bei der Vermittlung chemischer Sachverhalte (English shop)

Eine Interventionsstudie am teutolab der Universität Bielefeld

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The dissertation “The Role of Animism in Teaching Chemical Concepts – An Intervention Study at the teutolab of Bielefeld University” by Martin Püttschneider investigates the significance of animistic representations in communicating and understanding scientific concepts. The research examines whether anthropomorphic language, metaphors, and visual analogies can increase students’ interest in chemistry and support their learning processes. The study combines chemistry education with developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, and motivational psychology. Particular attention is given to Jean Piaget’s concept of childhood animism, the role of scientific terminology, and the use of illustrative explanatory models in chemistry education. An empirical intervention study conducted at the teutolab of Bielefeld University investigates different approaches to communicating chemical phenomena. Qualitative interviews, category-based analysis, and contingency analysis are employed to examine how students perceive and interpret scientific content. The dissertation also explores the educational potential of extracurricular learning environments and the application of animistic teaching strategies in schools. The research contributes to understanding how scientific concepts can be communicated in accessible, engaging, and educationally meaningful ways.