How Much Elementary Science Is Really Being Taught?.

Manning, Patricia C.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1982-May

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How Much Elementary Science Is Really Being Taught?

Manning, Patricia C.; And Others

Science and Children, v19 n8 p40-41 May 1982

Reports results on status of elementary science instruction in central Florida, focusing on teacher preparation (science content, science methods, inservice); time spent; and attitudes toward teaching science (confidence in ability to and preference for teaching science). Indicates inadequate preparation, lack of self-confidence in, and little preference for teaching science. (SK)

Descriptors: Educational Trends, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Elementary School Teachers, Questionnaires, Science Education, Science Instruction, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Education, Teacher Response

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Florida

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