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Two Decades of Science Education in Africa.
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Ogunniyi, M. B. – Science Education, 1986
Provides a brief analysis of the nature of science teaching and curriculum development in science in Africa during the past two decades. Also suggests possible future directions. Included is a table listing several African curriculum projects with related general principles fostered and materials used. (JN)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Science Course Improvement Projects
International Science Education: A Study of UNESCO Science Education Improvement Projects in Selected Anglophone Countries of Africa: Project Problems.
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Nichter, Richard – Science Education, 1984
Discusses some of the problems faced by technical advisors implementing projects for the improvement of science education in Africa and reasons for these problems. Problem areas considered include underdevelopment, underestimating the process, finances, personality conflict and motivation, and opposition from key groups. (A list of major UNESCO…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Financial Support, Program Implementation, Science Course Improvement Projects
Understanding the Earth Systems of Malawi: Ecological Sustainability, Culture, and Place-Based Education
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Glasson, George E.; Frykholm, Jeffrey A.; Mhango, Ndalapa A.; Phiri, Absalom D. – Science Education, 2006
The purpose of this 2-year study was to investigate Malawian teacher educators' perspectives and dispositions toward teaching about ecological sustainability issues in Malawi, a developing country in sub-Sahara Africa. This study was embedded in a larger theoretical framework of investigating earth systems science through the understanding of…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Education, Foreign Countries, Critical Theory