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Cesljarev, Claire; Akerson, Valarie – International Journal of Research in Education and Science, 2022
Incorporating literacy instruction in science is a beneficial practice that uses interdisciplinary strategies to address connections between language arts and science. Interdisciplinary curricular approaches in education are common expectations for science teachers and there are increasingly more mandates for embedding literacy into science…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Literacy, Science Instruction
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Iyer, Rupa S.; Wales, Melinda E. – Advances in Engineering Education, 2012
The increasingly interdisciplinary nature of today's scientific research is leading to the transformation of undergraduate education. In addressing these needs, the University of Houston's College of Technology has developed a new interdisciplinary research-based biotechnology laboratory curriculum. Using the pesticide degrading bacterium,…
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Scientific Research, Biotechnology, Undergraduate Study
Khine, Myint Swe, Ed.; Saleh, Issa M., Ed. – IGI Global, 2013
"Approaches and Strategies in Next Generation Science Learning" examines the challenges involved in the development of modern curriculum models, teaching strategies, and assessments in science education in order to prepare future students in the 21st century economies. This comprehensive collection of research brings together science educators,…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Science Education, Physical Sciences, Learning Theories
Wang, HsingChi A.; And Others – 1996
This paper is a review of the literature concerning the history and current state of blended science instruction. The goals of blended science instruction are to provide learners with a liberal science education and to develop scientifically literate citizens. The term "blended science instruction" refers to various means of reconnecting…
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Innovation, Elementary Secondary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Morin, Francine; Stinner, Ann; Coffman, Elizabeth – Green Teacher, 1997
Presents guidelines to be considered by teachers planning interdisciplinary studies that integrate the arts with environmental education themes. Focuses on one such project with a rivers theme. Details are given on brainstorming, theme selection, curriculum development, and student assessment. (DDR)
Descriptors: Art, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Environmental Education
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Ivy, Tamra; Maloy, Heidi; Meagher, Carol – Science Scope, 1998
Explains the development of an interdisciplinary unit in which students learn basic chemistry and laboratory techniques while practicing English, mathematics, art, social studies, and leadership skills. Includes details about lab activities, assessment strategies, and science extensions. (DDR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, General Science
Joy, Carrol; Regan, Patrick – 1983
This elementary and secondary level world hunger curriculum guide is designed both to educate teachers and students in the basics of world hunger, and to guide them in organizing student groups to take action that will combat hunger. A background information section is presented in part 1, which describes who and where the hungry are, what it is…
Descriptors: Curriculum Guides, Elementary Secondary Education, Hunger, Interdisciplinary Approach
Chatel, Regina G. – 1997
This curriculum guide supports and gives structure to engaging students in writing-to-learn activities in science classes by delineating writing outcomes and assessment. The guide is structured according to the beliefs that students need models, revision is the key to successful writing, writing is a tool for demonstrating learning, and writing is…
Descriptors: Content Area Writing, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach