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| Canadian Social Studies | 4 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 4 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 4 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
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| Practitioners | 4 |
| Teachers | 4 |
| Policymakers | 1 |
Location
| Canada | 3 |
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Peer reviewedCraig, Cheryl – Canadian Social Studies, 1992
Suggests the integration of science, technology, and society themes into existing elementary social studies curricula. Surveys works representing the philosophical basis for science, technology, and society. Includes suggestions for use of technology and society themes at each grade level of elementary school. (DK)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Philosophy, Educational Theories, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedKirman, Joseph M. – Canadian Social Studies, 1992
Discusses the National Council for the Social Studies "Guidelines for Teaching Science-Related Social Issues." Suggests that only through appropriate citizen action and participation can technology and science be contained and directed. Suggests a teaching unit exploring the topic of science, technology, and society. (DK)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
Peer reviewedBrouwer, Wytze – Canadian Social Studies, 1992
Explores the role of science, technology, and society (STS) in science education. Examines some STS training exercises designed to help science teachers appreciate the role of science and technology in society. Suggests that the cooperative learning activities, debates, and plays can be used equally well in a social studies classroom. (DK)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Learning Activities, Science and Society
Peer reviewedKirman, Joseph M. – Canadian Social Studies, 1997
Reviews and recommends the teacher's resource guide, "Teaching about the History and Nature of Science and Technology." Discusses creating a History of Science and Technology course, developing materials, and interdisciplinary planning and teaching. The guide includes sample lesson plans and appendices to resources. (MJP)
Descriptors: Educational Resources, Foreign Countries, Instructional Materials, Interdisciplinary Approach
