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Norris, Stephen P. – Science Education, 1997
Examines one theory used to justify science teaching on the basis of goals that transcend learning the content of science. Focuses on the goal of intellectual independence from science for nonscientists. Provides a brief overview of other content-transcendent goals in science education. Contains 45 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Foreign Countries