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Peer reviewedBlack, George W. – Science Teacher, 1984
Enumerates several techniques to determine what are acceptable levels of risk in society. Discusses cancer, regulation, and human responsibility. Lists several no-risk discussion topics for the classroom. (DH)
Descriptors: Cancer, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Decision Making, High Schools
Peer reviewedCompton, C. Arthur – Science Teacher, 1983
Provided are examples of science/society scenarios for biology, chemistry, and physics classes, as well as those of an interdisciplinary nature. These scenarios present some social or ethical problems related to the discipline and pose questions for student discussions. (Includes description of a project involved in developing/piloting such…
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Decision Making
