There are a plethora of opportunities for pupils to write across the curriculum. Each academic discipline may well provide chances for pupils to develop skill in writing, science being no exception. The science teacher needs to develop pupil knowledge in science as well as using the contents in written work. Learning to write and writing to learn…

Teachers and school administrators need to give ample time to study the scope of the science curriculum. Scope refers to the breadth of objectives that should be emphasized within each science unit of study. A subject-centered approach has been used to determine scope. Thus, those involved in developing science units of study use diverse reference…

Science teachers need to stress several kinds of objectives in teaching and learning. One kind, cognitive, receives major emphasis by teachers. In addition to vital facts and concepts, pupils should also acquire major generalizations. And, in addition to facts, concepts, and generalizations, pupils also need to be able to think critically.…