Providing an overview of current issues in UK science education, Changes in Science Education is a course that examines what type of science the curriculum should cover and for what purpose
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April 8, 2022
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Introduction
It will introduce you to the practical problems of delivering an effective science curriculum, touching upon particular questions at all three educational tiers - primary, secondary, and tertiary.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:- Demonstrate an understanding of problems associated with defining the Nature of Science
- Write in an informed way about the purposes of compulsory science education
- Be aware of the educational complications and implications associated with the phrase ‘the public understanding of science’
- Show an ability to comment critically on curriculum proposals that aim to promote science citizenship/scientific literacy
- Provide examples of how specific scientific understanding might be used by lay individuals in a practical context.
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