Exploring one of the central themes in science education theory, this volume examines how science education can be considered as a scientific activity within a
Learning progressions – descriptions of increasingly sophisticated ways of thinking about or understanding a topic (National Research Council, 2007) – repre
This book provides a comprehensive overview of humanistic approaches to science. Approaches that connect students to broader human concerns in their everyday li
Science, engineering, and technology permeate nearly every facet of modern life and hold the key to solving many of humanity's most pressing current and future
Transforming education into an evidence-based field depends in no small part on a strong base of scientific knowledge to inform educational policy and practice.