Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ991293
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Sep
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1449-6313
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Using Media in the Classroom: Learning and Teaching about the 2011 Japanese Earth-Quake, Tsunami and Nuclear Events from a Socio-Scientific and Science Literacy Perspective
Van Rooy, Wilhelmina; Moore, Leah
Teaching Science, v58 n3 p46-52 Sep 2012
This article discusses using students' analysis of media coverage of the March 2011 Japanese earthquake, tsunami and nuclear events to develop their knowledge and understanding of geological concepts and related socio-scientific issues. It draws on news reported at that time, identifies themes in those reports, and suggests how this event can be used as a context for learning and teaching part of the Australian curriculum (science) in Year 6 and Year 9. Critical analysis of the media coverage enhances students' scientific literacy, in particular synthesis, evaluation and analysis. Ideas for classroom implementation are discussed. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: News Reporting, Foreign Countries, Criticism, Scientific Literacy, Natural Disasters, Science Instruction, Mass Media, Scientific Concepts, Geology, Social Problems, Science Curriculum, Grade 6, Grade 9, Teaching Methods, Energy, Risk
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Grade 6; Grade 9
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia; Japan
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