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ERIC Number: EJ409274
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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A Social Critique of Cognitively Based Science Curricula.
Kutnick, Peter J.
Science Education, v74 n1 p87-94 Jan 1990
Described is the importance of the cognitive level of science pupils, cognitive demands of the curriculum, and the social/cultural context within which curricula are planned. Emphasized is the historical division between planning and implementation. Suggestions for improvement are provided. (CW)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cultural Context, Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Educational Trends, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Strategies, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Secondary School Science, Social Environment
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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Identifiers: England; Nuffield Science