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ERIC Number: EJ560047
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
The Indigenous Worldview of Yupiaq Culture: Its Scientific Nature and Relevance To the Practice and Teaching of Science.
Kawagley, Angayuqaq Oscar; Norris-Tull, Delena; Norris-Tull, Roger A.
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v35 n2 p133-44 Feb 1998
Presents evidence from the Yupiaq culture that demonstrates a body of scientific thought and epistemology that differs from that of Western science. Contends that this information can provide a more culturally relevant framework for science learning for some students. Contains 20 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, Concept Formation, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Knowledge Representation, Philosophy, Science Education, Science Education History
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Alaska; Yupik Eskimos
Note: Theme issue: Epistemological and Ontological Underpinnings in Science Education.