Surveyed 1,200 Canadian teachers' views about technology in contemporary society. Responses indicated that teachers overwhelmingly describe and critique technology from an artifact perspective, that the majority hold an incomplete view of the nature of technology, and that most feel technology is beyond the control of the individual. (KS)

Examines Canadian undergraduate science students' views of the nature of the relationship between science, technology, and society. Reports that the science students' views are similar to those of high school graduates, and that scientific facts are the central concern when dealing with the nature of science. (Author/YP)

In 1986, after a thorough review of educational goals for Saskatchewan (Canada) schools, the Saskatchewan Department of Education published its findings and recommendations. A key recommendation was to incorporate six "common essential learnings" categories into all courses of study offered in Saskatchewan schools. One of these six…