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ERIC Number: EJ446443
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1991
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4308
The Effects of Infusing STS Vignettes into the Genetics Unit of Biology on Learner Outcomes in STS and Genetics: A Report of Two Investigations.
Rubba, Peter A.; And Others
Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v28 n6 p537-52 Aug 1991
Discusses students' awareness of science/technology/society (STS) issues, the importance students assign to STS issues, and students' achievement in a genetics unit after infusing STS vignettes into class discussions. Recommendations are made on the use of STS vignettes by science teachers. (KR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Course Content, Curriculum Development, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Genetics, Science Achievement, Science and Society, Science Education, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Student Attitudes, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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