Education for Scientific Literacy: A Conceptual Frame of Reference and Some Applications.

Agin, Michael L.

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Publication Date: 1974

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Education for Scientific Literacy: A Conceptual Frame of Reference and Some Applications

Agin, Michael L.

Science Education, 58, 3, 403-415, Jul-Sep 74

Presented is one individual's perception of the need for a scientifically literate population. A conceptual frame of reference for his position is described and some applications for curriculum development and science teaching are presented. (PEB)

Descriptors: Citizenship Responsibility, Curriculum Design, Environment, Science Education, Scientific Enterprise, Scientific Literacy, Social Responsibility

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