Adult experiences of science and technology in everyday life: Some educational implications

This paper outlines a project that is focussed on examining the complex ways in which adults experience science and technology in different areas of their everyday life including paid work, the home, health and leisure. The research has involved interviews with individual adults situated in a diverse range of life situations in New Zealand. A case study is presented to indicate the type of data being analysed and the implications emerging for education from the project. Specializations: science teacher education, science curriculum development, science and technology in society.