Scientific Literacy in the Primary Curriculum
The focus of teaching science in primary schools has become centered on processes and applying concepts rather than simply knowledge acquisition. While teaching key content is important, developing scientific literacy has been determined as more important to equip students as they are confronted with issues and problems requiring scientifically-based decisions and solutions in an ever-changing world (Board of Studies NSW, 2012, p.11; Kaya, Bahceci, Altuk, 2012; Martin, 2006, p.55). Teachers of science in the primary curriculum are able to promote scientific literacy in their students through imparting knowledge as well as encouraging interpretation and development of science-based ideas.
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Created by Paul Goossens - 2012
Assignment 1 for Curriculum Studies: Science and Technology II
Assignment 1 for Curriculum Studies: Science and Technology II