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Clegg, Andrew – School Science Review, 1987
Described is the teaching of technology in British secondary schools. Some of the types of technology courses are described and issues and trends related to the teaching of technology are considered. (RH)
Descriptors: Course Objectives, Curriculum, Science and Society, Science Curriculum

Skovsmose, Ole – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1990
Discusses the possibility of the development of the content and form of mathematical education as a tool of democratization in both school and society. Summarizes the social argument and the pedagogical argument of democratization. Analyzes the concept "democratic competence" to create materials at the same time open and empowering. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: Democracy, Democratic Values, Epistemology, Hidden Curriculum
Skehan, James W. – 1986
Based on the premise that knowledge of evolutionary theory is essential for understanding the natural world, this document was designed to assist science teachers and others as they consider the issues that influence the teaching of evolution. The position is taken that there is no conflict between data and sound theories based on science and…
Descriptors: Biology, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Creationism, Evolution

Urevbu, Andrew O. – Impact of Science on Society, 1988
Discusses three points of view on the place of science and technology in African society. Examines the relationship that exists between cultural values and science and technology development. Provides implications at three levels of technology. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: African Culture, African History, African Studies, Science and Society