Problem solving applications in chemistry laboratory

In this study, it was aimed to determine the performance of teacher candidates, who have participated in problem solving applications in chemistry laboratory, examine their performance in the final exams and to determine whether or not their performance is predicted by variables of perception on problem solving skill, scientific process skill and logical thinking skill or not. A semi-experimental design was used. 72 teacher candidates attended the study. Perception inventory of problem solving skill, tests of scientific process skill and logical thinking ability, evaluation form of problem solving skills, evaluation form of student reports and final exams were used as data collection tools. At the end of the study, the performance of each teacher candidate was determined. Through the statistical analysis, it was determined that 42% of the change in the performances of teacher candidates has been explained with variables of perception on problem solving skill, scientific process skill and logical thinking ability which are included in the model