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ERIC Number: EJ541742
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8555
Invited Paper.
Rodriguez, Alberto J.
Science Teacher, v64 n1 p8 Jan 1997
Criticizes the National Science Education Standards for using an example lesson that contradicts support for students engaging in scientific inquiry. Suggests a multiculturally inclusive approach engaging students in a role-playing activity as members of the University of Alexandria. Students are involved in scientific inquiry with Eratosthenes, who first measured Earth's circumference. Students learn both content and social context. (PVD)
Descriptors: Cultural Context, Educational Objectives, Females, Inquiry, Minority Groups, Multicultural Education, Problem Solving, Role Playing, Science Education, Scientists, Secondary Education, Social History, Standards, Teaching Methods, Thinking Skills
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Eratosthenes Mathematics; National Science Education Standards