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Farmer, Stuart – School Science Review, 2020
Science appears to be coming under increasing pressure in parts of society and the media, with an increase of 'fake news' and less regard for 'experts'. If this is to be combatted it is important that students develop a good understanding of both the big conceptual ideas of science and the nature of science itself. However, the nature of science…
Descriptors: Science Teachers, Knowledge Level, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Scientific Principles
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Taber, Keith S. – School Science Review, 2017
This article considers the relationship between belief and learning science. It is argued that belief in science (as a process) needs to be distinguished from belief in particular scientific ideas and knowledge claims. Scientific knowledge is theoretical and provisional--something to be adopted for its utility, not as articles of faith. The…
Descriptors: Scientific Literacy, Misconceptions, Beliefs, Scientific Attitudes
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Whittaker, Andrew G. – School Science Review, 2012
Physics is a subject where pupils hold a great number of deeply seated misconceptions. Sound is a prime example, as it requires the visualisation of a form of energy that moves imperceptibly through an invisible medium. This article outlines some of the common misconceptions that pupils hold regarding the nature of sound and how it is transmitted,…
Descriptors: Students, Misconceptions, Science Instruction, Science Education
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Archer, Louise; Tomei, Anthony – School Science Review, 2014
There is widespread agreement that more needs to be done to increase and diversify post-16 participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Here we discuss recent research evidence on what influences participation in science. We introduce a proposal for integrating awareness of STEM careers into the science curriculum for…
Descriptors: Career Education, STEM Education, Scientific Attitudes, Science Interests
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Colletti, Leonardo – School Science Review, 2010
Too often teachers describe physics solely as a technical discipline, which contributes concretely to changing our material world. In a society where prejudices and superstitions still play an important, sometimes tragic, role, there is much more to emphasise about physics. A physics teacher should introduce high school students to physics by…
Descriptors: Physics, High School Students, Foreign Countries, Scientific Attitudes
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Ato, T.; Wilkinson, W. J. – School Science Review, 1982
Traces the development and discusses the advantages of an instrument to measure student attitudes towards science. The instrument's sub-scales determine: enjoyment of science/science lessons; social implications of science; attitudes toward scientific inquiry; attitudes toward scientists/normality of scientists; career interests in science; and…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, College Science, Higher Education, Science Careers
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Fraser, Barry J. – School Science Review, 1982
Reviews research studies that investigated the relationship between attitude and achievement. Concludes that in general and for science the relationship is weak, indicating that science teachers should focus directly on improving achievement and not on improving attitudes towards science as a means of improving achievement. (DC)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Science, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
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Hodson, Derek; And Others – School Science Review, 1988
Presents information in brief on changing priorities in science education. Cites three categories of aims for science, traits of underachievers, and the processes of science. Includes reflections on the Salter's GCSE Scheme of Assessment, the integration of science and drama, and a historical perspective of practical work in school science. (RT)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education, Physics
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Screen, P. A. – School Science Review, 1986
Describes the Warwick Process Science Project (WPSP), which uses teams of teachers for writing a process-oriented science curriculum for students in the 11-16 age category. Discusses the project's philosophy and priorities, and delineates some of the science process skills being integrated into this new British curriculum. (TW)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Instructional Materials, Interdisciplinary Approach, Learning Modules
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School Science Review, 1986
Contains eight articles relating to various topics in science education in Great Britain. Includes science and drama, energy education, science curriculum evaluation, science achievement, a sequential learning approach, multicultural science education, children's images of scientists, and humanizing science education. (TW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Curriculum Evaluation, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education