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ERIC Number: EJ549753
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-0926-7220
Science and the Ideals of Liberal Education.
Carson, Robert N.
Science and Education, v6 n3 p225-38 May 1997
Examines the influence of mathematics and science on the formation of culture and several definitions of liberal education. Explores the links between science, scientific culture, liberal education, and democracy and proposes that science be presented to students integrally with cultural studies. Recommends the use of a contextualist approach to science education. Contains 14 references. (Author/JRH)
Descriptors: Cultural Influences, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, General Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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