Towards teaching science for social responsibility: An examination of flaws in science,technology and society |
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Authors: | Dr Roger T Cross Dr Ronald F Price |
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Institution: | (1) School of Education, La Trobe University, 3083 Bundoora, Victoria, Australia |
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Abstract: | In this paper we continue our search for a socially responsible science education by an examination of the trends in the Science,
Technology and Society movement. These trends reflect differing ideological perspectives and result in courses which serve
different ends. We identify two major flaws in the movement that inhibits the realization of a schooling in science dedicated
to democracy. We propose skills necessary for citizens to participate in debate over issues surrounding the impact of science
and technology on society and a teaching stategy to help develop them.
Specializations: social responsibility and the curriculum, ideology and comparative science education. |
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