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  • Integrated science-and-literacy programs enhance language proficiency and science knowledge.
  • Text comprehension and understanding scientific concepts rely on making connections.
  • Text structure instruction is a potential area for integration in science education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential of integrating text structure instruction in primary science education.
  • To investigate the viability of design principles for integrated science and literacy curricula.
  • To gain knowledge on applying design-based research (DBR) in integrated science education.

Main Methods:

  • Design-based research (DBR) conducted with primary school teachers in the Netherlands.
  • Development and application of four design principles to guide the research and material design.
  • Analysis of the DBR process and the effectiveness of resulting educational materials.

Main Results:

  • DBR proved effective in translating research into educational practice.
  • Developed materials based on design principles were successful in grades 4-6.
  • Teachers found the design task challenging, particularly text selection, requiring researcher support.

Conclusions:

  • DBR is a viable approach for developing integrated science-and-literacy education.
  • Further development of integrated materials is feasible due to the link between cross-cutting concepts and text structures.
  • Recommendations are provided for future DBR studies in science-and-literacy education.