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ERIC Number: EJ565753
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
Sociology of Science as a Means To a More Authentic, Inclusive Science Education.
Cunningham, Christine M.; Helms, Jenifer V.
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v35 n5 p483-99 May 1998
Argues that insights from scholarship in the sociology of science can provide a powerful basis for making science education more authentic and inclusive. Describes how adopting sociological ideas can provide unique opportunities for students. Contains 46 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Educational Innovation, Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education, Philosophy, Problem Solving, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Sociology
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Sociology of Science