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What Are the Implications of Shifting the Focus of Education from Teaching To Access, Equity, Learning, and Technology?

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Kyle, William C., Jr. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1997

Argues that it is easier to transform schools and the process of schooling when social, cultural, political, and economic issues frame the discourse about how to ensure that all students have access to an equitable education. (DDR)

Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Cultural Influences, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education

The Impact of the Knowledge Explosion on Science Education.

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Harding, Patricia A.; Vining, Leo C. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1997

Discusses the notion that scientific knowledge is not dependable and that knowledge is no longer valued as a part of science. Points out that this has led to approaches that aim to teach scientific methods or problem-solving skills rather than scientific knowledge. Contains 19 references. (DDR)

Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Knowledge Representation