Models in science education: applications of models in learning and

In this paper, I discussed different types of models in science education and applications of them in learning and teaching science in particular physics. Based on the literature, I categorized models as conceptual and mental models according to their characteristics. In addition to these models, there is another model called "physics model" by the physics-education community. And then, I discussed applications of these models for learning and teaching science particularly physics along with examples that can guide teachers and students in their science courses.

Conceptual Development ,

Learning ,

Model-Based Learning ,

Physics Education ,

Science Education ,