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50 Years of ERIC
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A Review of Patti Lather's "Engaging Science Policy from the Side of the Messy"
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Rosser, Sue V. – Cultural Studies of Science Education, 2011
In "Engaging Science Policy from the Side of the Messy," Patti Lather explores the relationship between science and policy. In this review Rosser explores how Lather argues for the use of all forms of research to make policy that is democratic, complex and messy.
Descriptors: Scientific Concepts, Learner Engagement, Science Education, Research
STS: Adding Value To Research and Practice.
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Kumar, David D.; Chubin, Daryl E. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2000
Introduces the Kumar and Chubin-edited collection, "Science, Technology, and Society: A Sourcebook on Research and Practice". Presents an outline of the 12 chapters that examine STS trends, curriculum, teaching, learning, mentoring, advocacy, public policy, and issues for further research. (Author/WRM)
Descriptors: Educational Resources, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Information Sources
Increasing Science Awareness through an Unusual Book.
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Samuel, Stuart – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 1999
Discusses excerpts from Jupit Scientific's publication, "The Bible According to Einstein: A Complement to the Holy Bible for the Third Millennium." (WRM)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Biblical Literature, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
A Summary of Research in Science Education--1987.
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Staver, John R.; And Others – Science Education, 1989
Reported is a summary and review of over 300 research papers published in 1987. The review is organized into four sections: (1) "Learners and Learning"; (2) "Teachers and Teaching"; (3) "Curriculum and Instruction"; and (4) "Context and Settings." (YP)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Classroom Research, College Science, Educational Research
An Evaluation of the Simulation: The Factory.
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Shaw, Edward L., Jr.; Okey, Jim – Journal of Elementary Science Education, 1989
An investigation designed to test the effectiveness of a computer program is described. The purpose was to determine whether the use of a simulation referred to as "The Factory" leads to higher scores on a standardized test of problem-solving ability. The procedures, results, and implications for science teaching are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Critical Thinking, Educational Technology, Elementary Education