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Socioscientific Issues: Theory and Practice
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Zeidler, Dana L.; Nichols, Bryan H. – Journal of Elementary Science Education, 2009
Drawing upon recent research, this article reviews the theory underlying the use of socioscientific issues (SSI) in science education. We begin with a definition and rationale for SSI and note the importance of SSI for advancing functional scientific literacy. We then examine the various roles of context, teachers, and students in SSI lessons as…
Descriptors: Scientific Literacy, Theory Practice Relationship, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Teaching Methods