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ERIC Number: EJ335075
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1986
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The Use of Case Studies in the Science Classroom.
Wheatley, Jack
Journal of College Science Teaching, v15 n5 p428-31 Mar-Apr 1986
The case study technique allows students to understand the social impact of science-related decisions; it lets them experience historic events as recorded when they occurred. Presented are tips for developing case studies as well as two examples suitable for use in college science classrooms. (JN)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Science, Higher Education, Science Education, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Science and Society