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Whitaker, Robert J. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1999
Argues that declarative writing about science that presents historical or biographical information incorrectly is not acceptable. (WRM)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Misconceptions
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Richmond, Gail – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1998
Speculates about the experiences that contribute to the overall development and preparation of a scientist and whether educators can recreate this process to support the development of all students. (DDR)
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Career Education, Educational Experience, General Education
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Kleinman, Sharon Sue – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1998
Uses historical and contemporary examples to prove that many feminist analyses fit together into a compelling perspective on the ideology of science. Addresses how this ideology affects those who pursue careers in science. Contains 31 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Feminism
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Milne, Catherine – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1999
Answers a critique of the historical accuracy of the author's previous work. Argues that all science stories provide a source of material for analysis and synthesis of the nature of the scientific enterprise. (WRM)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Misconceptions
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Rennie, Leonie J. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1998
During a symposium in 1997, speakers raised three issues about gender equity and research: (1) distinguishing between the meanings of the terms gender and sex, (2) assuring that science methods classes are gender inclusive, and (3) determining the reasons for changing practice. (DDR)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Elementary Secondary Education, Epistemology, Feminism