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Senior Lecturer
Application of Self-Determination Theory in Science Teaching
Young Scholar Best Paper Awards - Asia Pasific Educational Research Association & The Hong Kong Educational Research Association International Conference 2014
PhD Scholarship (IPRS) International Postgraduate Research Scholarship AwardProceedings of the International Conference on Science Education, 06th August, 2022 (p. 7). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Narangoda N. W. L., Chandrasena, W. D. and Madawala, H. M. S. P. (2022). Relations of Teaching Methods with Secondary Students' Intrinsic Motivation, Self-Concept, and achievement in Science. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education, 06th August, 2022 (p. 7). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 7.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 13). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Narangoda N. W. L., Chandrasena W. D. and Madawala H. M. S. P. (2022). Enhancement Of Students’ Intrinsic Motivation Through Different Teaching Methods for Grades 8 And 9 Science: A Case Study in Sabaragamuwa Province. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 13). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka., : 13.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 18). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Basnayake W. M. C. K., Chandrasena W. D., De Silva W. A. P. P. and Kodituwakku G. (2022). status of the stem-related activities in primary Education in sri lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 18). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka., : 18.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 27). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Balasritharan K. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Traditional Teaching and Assessment Versus Skill-Oriented Instruction and Assessment to Enhance Generic Skills in Learning Chemistry in Junior Secondary School. . Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 27). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka., : 27.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 32). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Chaminda K. G. L., Chandrasena W. D. and Jayasundera A. C. A. (2022). Impact of Students’ Performance and Aspiration by Motivation in Mathematics Learning with Self-Determination Theory. . Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 32). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 32.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 34). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Bandaranayake E. M. T. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Problem-Based Learning for the Enhancement of Teaching Learning Process of Industrial Chemistry In G.C.E. (A/L): A Case Study in Galle Education Zone, Sri Lanka. . Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 34). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka., : 34.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 35). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Jayasinghe J. D. T. U. K. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Developing Information Communication Skills to Adapt to Virtual Teaching: An Action Research in a National College of Education, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 35). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 35.
Proceedings of the International Confernce on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 38). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.
Vijayakumaran P., Chandrasena W. D. and Liyanage P. (2022). Relations of Junior Secondary Students' Satisfaction of Basic Psychological needs with their Achievement in Physics. Proceedings of the International Confernce on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 38). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka., : 38.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 39). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Vijayakumaran P., Chandrasena W. D. and Liyanage P. (2022). Relations of Basic Psychological needs of Junior Secondary Teachers with their Teaching Process in Physics.. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 39). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 39.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 40). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Perera H. A. M. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Relations Of G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Students' Physics Results with their Physics Performance in Assessments, Attendance, Stream, Gender, and G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Science Results: A Case Study in Vavuniya South Education Zone. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 40). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 40.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 41). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Edirisinghe G. G. N. and Chandrasena W.D. (2022). The Effect of Students' Mathematics Skills on Physics Performance in Grade 11: A Case Study in a School at Sri Jayawardhanapura Education Zone.. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 41). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 41.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 43). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Maheshinee S. A. B. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). A Review on Absenteeism of Students in G.C.E. Advanced Level Classes in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 43). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 43.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 44). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Wasana G. A. M. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Effectiveness of Applying Self-Determination Theory in Learning Chemistry: A Case Study in Tangalle Education Zone . Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 44). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 44.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 45). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Wasana G. A. M. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Teacher and Student Perceptions on Motivation and Achievement on Grade 12 Chemistry: A Case Study in Tangalle Education Zone. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 45). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 45.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 51). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Piyatissa P. M. J. R. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Multi-Approach Method in G.C.E. (A/L) Biology Teaching: A Case Study from Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Science Education – 2022, 06th August 2022, (p. 51). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, : 51.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka: 28th-30th October 2022, (p. 220). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Weerasinghe C. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Effectiveness of Using Web-Based Materials in Teaching Simple Harmonic Motion for Gce (A/L) Students: A Case Study in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka: 28th-30th October 2022, (p. 220). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 9: 220.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka: 28th-30th October 2022, (p. 224). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Basnayake W. M. C. K. and Chandrasena W. D. (2022). Student and Teacher Perceptions on Online Teaching and Learning Science in Grades 6 And 7: A Case Study in Kandy Education Zone. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka: 28th-30th October 2022, (p. 224). Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 9: 224.
International Journal of Economic, Commerce and Management, United Kingdom
Sinharachchi T. D.,Chandrasena W. D., Rubasinghe S., Chandrasekara W. S (2021). Relations of G. C. E. (O/L) Students’ Biology Self - Concept and Motivation with Their Achievement and Misconceptions. , pp. . International Journal of Economic, Commerce and Management, United Kingdom, : 101 – 114.
The Journal of Faculty of Social Science and Humanities - SAMODHANA
Chandrasena W. D., Chandrasekara W. S (2020). Relation of Self – Concept and Perceptions with Motivation and Aspiration of Science Undergraduates on Counselling. The Journal of Faculty of Social Science and Humanities - SAMODHANA, : 155 – 173.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, Sri Lanka,
Vijayakumaran, P., Chandrasena W. D., & Liyanage, J. P. (2020). Effect of Self - Determination Theory in Physics Teaching Process in Junior Secondary Classes in Jaffna District . Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, Sri Lanka,, : p. 222.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Deshapriya, W. A. S., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Effect of Using Essential Learning Concepts on Students’ G. C. E. (O/L) Mathematics Performance. Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 225.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Ramanan, R., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Effects of Entrepreneurial Orientation on Educational Administration to Enhance Science Education: A Case Study in Jaffna District. Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 227.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Wijethunga, D. K., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Use of Ethno Mathematics in Secondary School Curriculum: A Case Study in Kandy District. Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 228.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Bandaranayake, E. M. T., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Effectiveness of Applying Self - Determination theory in Teaching Mathematics: A Case Study in Hatton Education Zone. Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 229.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Niroshani, D. M. M., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Students’ Performance and Perceptions of Students and Teaching in Grade Five and Grade Six Mathematics: A Case Study in Trincomalee Education Zone. Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 230.
Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Waidyathilake, D. P., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Perceptions on Non – Mathematics Teachers’ Pedagogical Skills in Teaching Mathematics. . Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 231.
. Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress
Senevirathna, H. M. D. R., Perera, A. D. L. C., & Chandrasena W. D. (2020). Effectiveness of Laboratory Workshops to Improve Students’ Science Practical Skills: A Case Study in Katugasthota Education Zone. . Proceedings of the PGIS Research Congress, : p. 232.
GRANTHAALAYAH
Maheshinee, S. A. B., Chandrasena, W. D. & Liyanage, J. P. (2019). An Investigation of Self - Concepts and Motivation of Students on Different Teaching Methods in G. C. E. (O/L) Physics International Journal of Research - GRANTHAALAYAH. GRANTHAALAYAH, 7(4): 178 - 184.
A Case Study in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research - GRANTHAALAYAH
Wijethunge, W. & Chandrasena, W. D.
(2019). Investigation of Students’ Psychological Aspects on Activity Based Learning in Mathematics. A Case Study in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research - GRANTHAALAYAH, 7(4): 270 - 280.
GRANTHAALAYAH
Manike, H. P. R. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2019). Investigation of the Effectiveness of Using Self - Determination Theory in Teaching Biology for Grade Ten Students International Journal of Research . GRANTHAALAYAH, 7(4): 46 - 50.
A Case Study in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research - GRANTHAALAYAH
Jayarathne, A. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2019). Investigation of the Effectiveness of Using Self - Determination Theory in Teaching Science for Grade Eight Students. A Case Study in Sri Lanka. International Journal of Research - GRANTHAALAYAH, 7(4): 126 - 131.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka
Liyana Arachchi, L. A. A. D. D., Chandrasena W. D. (2019). Conceptualization of Locus of a Point in Geometry Through Appropriate Activities, University of Peradeniya. Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka, : p. 52.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka
Herath, H. M. D. N. K. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2019). . Investigation of the Factors Affecting Students’ Performance on Vectors and Systems of Coplaner Forces in Combined Mathematics at G. C. E. (A/L) in Kandy Education Zone. Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka, : p. 53.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka
Prishanthi, E. A. A., Weliwita, J. A., &. Chandrasena, W. D. (2019). Activity based Learning on performance Enhancing in Mathematics: Case Study for G. C. E. (O/L) Students in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka, : p. 54.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka,
Wijethunga, W. W. M. R. G. K. S. B. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2019). Investigating of the Effectiveness of Activity based Instruction on Learning Mathematics of Grade Six Students in Galewela Educational Zone, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka,, : p. 56.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka
Angammana, N. S. P, Chandrasena, W. D., Amarasinghe, A. K (2019). Effectiveness of Multi - Approach method in Teaching mathematics: A Case Study in Puttalam Educational Zone, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka, : p. 64.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka
Herath, H. M. C. I. K. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2019). Improving Skills on Simplification of Directed Numbers for Secondary Level Students. Proceedings of the International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, Sri Lanka, : p. 57.
Open University International Research Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D. & Pinnawala, M. (2018). Learner Views on Distance Learning. Open University International Research Sessions, : 9.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Bandara, A. M. R. S., Chandrasena W. D., & Pinnawala M. (2018). Learner Perceptions on Distance Learning: Case Study at the Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 105.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Prasad, K. H. N. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2018). Investigation of Teacher Perception Issues and Remedial Measures in Conducting G. C. E. (A/L) Biology Laboratory emptions on Practical : A Case Study in Southern Province. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 106.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Chandrasena, W. D., Jayasundera, A. C. A., & Bandara, A. M. R. S. (2018). Teacher Perceptions On Teacher Motivation and Use of Effective Teaching Methods in G. C. E. (O/L) Science. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 107.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Menike, H. P. R. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2018). Investigating The Effectiveness of Using Self - Determination Theory in Teaching Biology for Grade Ten Students. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 108.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Chandrasena, W. D., Jayasundera, A. C. A., & Bandara, A. M. R. S. (2018). Motivation of Undergraduates Through Positive Psychology and Self - Determination Theory. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 111.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Volantine, C & Chandrasena, W. D. (2018). Factors Affecting Mathematics Performance of Grade Eleven Students in Thunukkai Education Zone. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 112.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Seneviratne, W. M. K. R. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2018). Students Problems in Performing Chemical Calculations on The Concept of Mole at G. C. E. (A/L), A Study on Student Contribution for the Soil Pollution by the Use of Polythene in Sri Lankan Schools. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 113.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka,
Narangoda, N. W. L., Chandrasena, W. D., & De Silva, W. A. P. P. (2018). The Impact of Scientific Literacy and Motivation of Grade 11 Students on Their Performance in Science. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka,, : p. 114.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Maheshinee, S. A. B., Chandrasena, W. D., & Liyanage, J. P. (2018). An Investigation of Students’ Self - Concepts and Motivation on Different Teaching Methods in G. C. E. Students’ Self - Concepts and Motivation on Different Teaching Methods in G. C. E. (O/L) Physics. . Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 115.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka
Piyatissa, P. M. J. R. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2018). A Review of Research on Project Based Learning. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 117.
Open University International Research Sessions, Sri Lanka
Chandrasena, W. D. & Pinnawala, M. (2018). Learner Views on Distance Learning. Open University International Research Sessions, Sri Lanka, : p. 09.
Book of Abstracts of the 9th SELF Biennial International Conference, Melbourne
Chandrasena, W., Liyanage, P. Samarappuli, N., Hettiarachchi, J. (2017). Investigation of the Relations of Students’ Physics Self - Concepts on Mechanics, Electricity, Waves, Pressure, Force, Energy - Work and Power with Their Achievements. Book of Abstracts of the 9th SELF Biennial International Conference, Melbourne, : p. 42.
Book of Abstracts of the 9th SELF Biennial International Conference, Melbourne
Chandrasena, W., Sinharachchi, T. (2017). Investigation of the Relations of Students’ Biology Self - Concept and Motivation with Their Achievement and Misconceptions. Book of Abstracts of the 9th SELF Biennial International Conference, Melbourne, : p. 45.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress
Piyatissa, P. M. J. R., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2017). Investigation of Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions on Students’ Individual Science Projects of General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level): A Case Study in Kandy Education Zone. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, : p. 157.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Mohamed, F. S. N., Tilakaratne, C. T. K., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2017). Difficulties in Teaching and Learning Physics in Grade Six Science: A Case Study in Matale Education Zone. . Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 163.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Priyadarshani, S., Liyanage, P., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2017). Issues of Teaching Physics Experiments in General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level): A Case Study in Tamil Medium Schools in Nuwara - Eliya District. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 166.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2017). Teacher Perceptions on Teacher Motivation and Training Programme. . Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 167.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka,
Balasritharan, K., Sedere, U. M., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2017). Effectiveness of Conventional and Skill Oriented Teaching and Assessment to Enhance Generic Skills in Chemistry in Junior Secondary School. . Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka,, : p. 169.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Sinharachchi, T. D., Chandrasena, W. D., & Rubasinghe, S. C. K. (2017). Barriers Affecting Students’ Performance in Biology of General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level): A Case Study in Hanguranketha Educational Zone. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 170.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Hettiarachchi, B. H. A. C. K, Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2017). Relationship Between Biology Students’ General Certificate of Education Examination Results (Advanced Level) and Their Science and Mathematics Results at the General Certificate of Education Examination (Ordinary Level): A Case Study in Bandarawela Educational Zone. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 165.
Abstracts of the Sixth Annual Science Research Sessions, Faculty of Applied Sciences, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka
Chandrasena, W. D., Jayasundera, A. C. A., & Bandara, A. M. R. S. (2017). Relations Between Undergraduates’ Lecture Attendance and Academic Performance: A Case Study in the Course of Foundations in Science Education. Abstracts of the Sixth Annual Science Research Sessions, Faculty of Applied Sciences, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka, : p. 26.
Abstracts of the Sixth Annual Science Research Sessions, Faculty of Applied Sciences, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka,
Chandrasena, W. D., Jayasundera, A. C. A., & Bandara, A. M. R. S. (2017). Teacher Perceptions on Teacher Training Needs in G. C. E. (O/L) Science: A Case Study in North Western Province. Abstracts of the Sixth Annual Science Research Sessions, Faculty of Applied Sciences, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka,, : p. 26.
The Sixth International Conference on Self - Determination Theory
Chandrasena, W. D., Craven, R. G., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2016). The Significance of Secondary Science Students’ Motivation on Their Science Aspirations and Achievement. The Sixth International Conference on Self - Determination Theory, .
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress,
Makawita. M. A. P., Chandrasena, W. D., & Damunupola, J. W. (2016). Preparation of a Study Package on Tissue Culture for Unit 10 of the G. C. E. (A/L) Biology Curriculum. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress,, : 150.
dings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka,
Hettiarachchi, B. H. A. C. K., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2016). (). Relation of Biology Students’ G. C. E. (A/L) Results with the Students’ Science Results of G. C. E. (O/L): A Case Study in Bandarawela Educational Zone . dings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka,, : p. 156.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Basnayake, W. M. C. K., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2016). Factors Affecting Teaching and Learning of Chemistry Sub Unit Thermodynamics at G. C. E. (A/L), , . Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 157.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress
Samarakoon, A. A. U. N., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2016). Motivation of Teachers Through Science Teacher Training Programmes. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, : p. 158.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress
Samarappuli, N. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2016). Relations of Students’ Self - Concepts in Physics on Mechanics, Electricity, and Waves on their Achievement . Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, : p. 159.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress
Hettiarachchi, H. J. N. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2016). Relations of Students’ Self - Concepts in Physics on Forces, Energy - Work, and Power on their Achievement. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, : p. 161.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka,
Unais, R., Chandrasena, W. D. & Perera, A. D. L. C. (2016). Use of Supplementary Material to Enhance
Learning Electronic Energy levels of Atoms in Grade Twelve Students in Matale
Education Zone
. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka,, : p. 163.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka
Wathudura, C. S., Perera, A. D. L. C. & Chandrasena, W. D. (2016). Use of Interactive Lecture Demonstration Method to Enhance Understanding of Electrochemistry in G. C. E. (A/L) Students. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research congress, Sri Lanka, : p. 164.
iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions, Sri Lanka
Hettiarachchi, B. H. A. C. K., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2016). Relationship between Biology Students’ G. C. E. (A/L) Results - and their Mathematics Results at G. C. E. (O/L): A Case Study in Bandarawela Educational Zone. iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions, Sri Lanka, : p. 51.
iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions, Sri Lanka
Ajmeer, A. S., Chandrasena, W. D. & Jayasundera, A. C. A. (2016). Students’ Achievement and Motivation on “Molecular Shapes” at G. C. E. (A/L) Chemistry: A Case Study in Mawanella Educational Zone, Sri Lanka. iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions, Sri Lanka, Vol. 20: p. 52.
Conference Program Booklet of the 8th SELF Biennial International Conference
Chandrasena, Wanasinghe Durayalage; Craven, Rhonda G., Tracey, Danielle; & Dillon, Anthony (2015). Relations of Secondary Science Students’ Self - Concepts with Their Achievement and Aspirations. Conference Program Booklet of the 8th SELF Biennial International Conference, : 41.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research
Basnayake, W. M. C. K., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundara, A. C. A. (2015). Academic Performance of Science Students at University Level in Relation to their Socio - Academic Background. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research, .
roceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research
Angunawala, R., Athulugama, L. D., Bandara, I. W. M. A. N., Edirisinghe, H. E. I. L., Wijetunga, N., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2015). A Study on Student Contribution for the Soil Pollution by the Use of Polythene in Sri Lankan Schools. roceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research, .
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research
Jayasundara, J. M. C. N., Hettiarachchi, B. H. A. C. K., Maheshinee, S. A. B., Meddegoda, K. M. M. N., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2015). A Study on Absenteeism of G. C. E. (A/L) Classes in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research, .
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research
Piyatissa, P. M. J. R., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2015). Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions on G. C. E. (A/L) Student Projects: A Case Study at Nuwara - Eliya Educational Zone. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research, .
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress
Jeyarani, S., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundara, A. C. A. (2015). Multi Approach Teaching Method to Improve Students’ Motivation towards the Inorganic Chemistry Section in G. C. E. (A/L) Syllabus. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research Congress, .
iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D., Craven, R. G., Tracey D., & Dillon, A. (2015). Seeding Science Success: Relations of Secondary Science Students’ Motivation with Their Aspirations and Achievement,. iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions, 9: 67.
PURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions
Uthayan, J., Chandrasena, W. D., Jayasundara, A. C. A. (2015). Exploration of Factors Affecting for Poor Performance in Science Subject in The G. C. E. (O/L) in the Island Zone of Jaffna District. PURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions, 19: 81.
A Case Study at the Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the Fourth Annual Research Sessions
Basnayake, W. M. C. K., Chandrasena, W. D., & Jayasundara, A. C. A. (2015). Relations of Science Students’ Academic Performance at University Level with Their Gender: . A Case Study at the Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the Fourth Annual Research Sessions, : 10.
Australian Journal of Educational & Developmental Psychology
Chandrasena, W., Craven, R., Tracey D., & Dillon, A. (2014). Seeding Science Success: Psychometric Properties of Secondary Science Questionnaire on Students’ Self - Concept, Motivation, and Aspirations. Australian Journal of Educational & Developmental Psychology, 14: 186 - 201.
Proceedings of The Asia Pacific Educational Research Association & The Hong - Kong Educational research
Chandrasena, W., Craven, R., Tracey D., & Dillon, A. (2014). Psychometric Properties of Secondary Science Questionnaire on Students’ Self - Concept, Motivation, and Aspirations. . Proceedings of The Asia Pacific Educational Research Association & The Hong - Kong Educational research, : 102.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research
Chandrasena, W. D., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2014). Relation between the Type of the School Project and the Family Background of G. C. E. (A/L) Students. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research, : 141.
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research
Chandrasena, W. D., & Tennakoon, D. T. B. (2014). Determination of the Relative Positions of Elements in the Electrochemical Series,congress. Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Science Research, : 143.
iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2014). Assessing Students’ Performance and problems in Chemical Calculations at G. C. E Advanced Level Examination,. iPURSE: Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research, : 107.
International Conference on Chemical Education
Wanasinghe, C., Craven, R., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2014). The Relationships of Students’ Science Self - Concepts and Motivation with Aspirations and Achievement. International Conference on Chemical Education, .
21st Century Learning
Chandrasena, W. (2013). Science education: Is Australia sabotaging its future. 21st Century Learning, .
http://learning21c. wordpress
Self - Concept, Motivation, and Identity: Proceedings of the Joint 7th Self Biennial International Conference and ERAS
Chandrasena, W., Craven, R. G., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2013). The Relations of Secondary Students’ Science Self - Concepts and Motivation with Aspirations and Achievement. Self - Concept, Motivation, and Identity: Proceedings of the Joint 7th Self Biennial International Conference and ERAS, : 226.
Postgraduate Research in Education: Proceedings Second Annual Science Research Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2013). Assessing Students’ problems in Chemical Calculations at G. C. E Advanced Level. Postgraduate Research in Education: Proceedings Second Annual Science Research Sessions, : 26 - 38.
Postgraduate Research in Education: Proceedings of the Inaugural Higher Degree Research
Chandrasena, W., Craven, R., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2012). A study of the relations between students’ self - concepts, motivation, aspirations and achievement in high school science and chemistry. In H. Yang, Hamamah, L. Dutcher, M. Pachman, N. Vu, O. Rothwell, & K. M. Minh (Eds.). Postgraduate Research in Education: Proceedings of the Inaugural Higher Degree Research, : 14-25.
Poster presented at Second Annual Higher Degree Research Student
Chandrasena, W., Craven, R., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2012). Seeding Science success: Ascertaining the barriers and relations between students’ self - concepts, motivation, aspirations, and achievement in high school science. Poster presented at Second Annual Higher Degree Research Student, .
(AARE - APERA) 2012 International Education Research
Chandrasena, W., Craven, R., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2012). (c). Seeding Science success: Ascertaining the barriers and relations between students’ self - concepts, motivation, aspirations, and achievement in high school science. Presentation conducted at The Joint Australian Association for Research in education and Asia - Pacific Educational Research Association Conference . (AARE - APERA) 2012 International Education Research, .
Postgraduate Research in Education
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2011). Assessing the students’ performance and their problems in chemical calculations at high school level: A case study of schools in Sri Lanka. In H. Yang, Hamamah, L. Dutcher, M. Pachman, N. Vu, O. Rothwell, & K. M. Minh . Postgraduate Research in Education, : 26 - 38.
Poster presented at Researching Communication at UWS: Brain, Behaviour, and Computation, UWS Research Festival
Chandrasena, W. D., Craven, R., Tracey, D., & Dillon, A. (2011). A study of the relations between students’ self - concepts, motivation, aspirations and achievement in high school science and chemistry. Poster presented at Researching Communication at UWS: Brain, Behaviour, and Computation, UWS Research Festival, .
Proceedings of the Inaugural Higher Degree Research Conference at The University of New South Wales
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2011). Assessing the students’ performance and their problems in chemical calculations at high school level: A case study of schools in Sri Lanka. . Proceedings of the Inaugural Higher Degree Research Conference at The University of New South Wales, : pp. 26 - 38.
Proceedings of the 64 th Annual Sessions
Chandrasena, W.D. , Perera, J.S.H.Q., Karunaratne, W.G., (2008). Problems Faced by G.C.E.(A/L) Students in Chemical Calculations, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science,. Proceedings of the 64 th Annual Sessions, .
A Case Study of Schools in the Central and Uva Provinces
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G (2008). Assessing the G. C. E. (A/L) Students’ Performance in Chemical Calculations;, Proceedings of the Peradeniya University Research Sessions. A Case Study of Schools in the Central and Uva Provinces, 13.
Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Proceedings of the 64th Annual Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2008). Problems faced by G. C. E. (A/L) students in Chemical calculations. Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Proceedings of the 64th Annual Sessions, .
Proceedings of the Peradeniya University Research Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2008). Assessing the G. C. E. (A/L) Students’ Performance in Chemical Calculations; A Case Study of Schools in the Central and Uva Provinces. Proceedings of the Peradeniya University Research Sessions, Vol. 13.
Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Proceedings of the 64th Annual Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D., Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Karunaratne, W. G. (2008). ). Problems faced by G. C. E. (A/L) students in Chemical calculations, . Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Proceedings of the 64th Annual Sessions, Part I – Abstracts.
Abstracts of papers presented at the conference on Chemical Education for National Development
Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2004). A Tracer study on the Competitiveness of present University of Peradeniya Science Graduates in the job market . Abstracts of papers presented at the conference on Chemical Education for National Development, : 37.
conference on Chemical Education for National Development
Perera, J. S. H. Q., & Chandrasena, W. D. (2004). A Tracer study on the Competitiveness of present University of Peradeniya Science Graduates in the job market. conference on Chemical Education for National Development, : p. 37.
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D., Diyabalanage, T. K. K., & Wannigama, G. P. (1996). Chemical Variations of Uncaria elliptica. Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, : 148..
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions
Chandrasena, W. D. Diyabalanage, T. K. K., & Wannigama, G. P. (1996). Chemical Variations of Uncaria elliptica . Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, : p. 148.
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions
Tennakoon, D. T. B., Bandara, H. M. N., Chandrasena, W. D., & Illangantilleke, A. N. (1995). Construction of an improved automatic burette. Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, : 148.
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions
Tennakoon, D. T. B., Bandara, H. M. N., Chandrasena, W. D., & Illangantilleke, A. N (1995). .Construction of an improved automatic burette. Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, : 9.
, Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Fifty First Annual Session proceedings
Chandrasena, W. D., Diyabalanage, T. K. K., Wannigama, G. P., Jayasinghe, U. L. B., Herath, W. H. M. W., & Weerasooriya, A. (1995). (). Chemical Constituents of Uncaria elliptica collected from two sites. , Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Fifty First Annual Session proceedings, : 395.
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya
Tennakoon D. T. B., Bandara, H. M. N., Chandrasena, W. D., & Illangantilleke, A. N. (1995). Construction of an
improved automatic burette
. Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya, : p. 14.
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya
Tennakoon, D. T. B., Bandara, H. M. N., Chandrasena, W. D., & Illangantilleke, A. N. (1995). Construction of an improved automatic burette. Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya, : p. 9..
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya
Chandrasena, W. D., Diyabalanage, T. K. K., & Wannigama, G. P. (1995). (). Chemical Variations of Uncaria elliptica, . Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, Faculty of Science, University of Peradeniya, : p. 17..
Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Fifty First Annual Session proceedings
Chandrasena, W. D., Diyabalanage, T. K. K., Wannigama, G. P., Jayasinghe, U. L. B., Herath, W. H. M. W., & Weerasooriya, A. (1995). Chemical Constituents of Uncaria elliptica collected from two sites. Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Fifty First Annual Session proceedings, Part I: p. 395..