Why Societal Issues Belong in Science Class

Why Societal Issues Belong in Science Class

Young people meet challenges with important issues that should be informed by science. Students need an understanding of scientific concepts and the ability to analyze the many claims they encounter through popular media. Here, Chowning talks about scientific inquiry linked to social issues that is...

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Veröffentlicht in:The Science teacher (National Science Teachers Association) 2009-10, Vol.76 (7), p.8
1. Verfasser: Chowning, Jeanne Ting
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Critical thinking
Learning
Science education
Society
Students
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Zusammenfassung:Young people meet challenges with important issues that should be informed by science. Students need an understanding of scientific concepts and the ability to analyze the many claims they encounter through popular media. Here, Chowning talks about scientific inquiry linked to social issues that is clearly evident when considering what science to fund, how to conduct research, and how to best apply scientific knowledge for students to fully learn and understand the nature of science.
ISSN:0036-8555
1943-4871