What Children Think about Human-Animal Relationships: Incorporating Humane Education Goals in Science and Technology Curriculum and Instruction.

Yoon, Susan

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ERIC Number: EJ659929

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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What Children Think about Human-Animal Relationships: Incorporating Humane Education Goals in Science and Technology Curriculum and Instruction.

Yoon, Susan

Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, v2 n4 p449-66 Oct 2002

Proposes a shift in the direction of biocentrism that advocates the incorporation of humane education goals. Investigates preconceptions of human-animal relationships among a group of grade 5 students with a view to understanding their readiness to embrace a biocentric perspective. Includes recommendations for science and technology curricula and instruction. (Author/KHR)

Descriptors: Bioethics, Biology, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Environmental Education, Learning Readiness, Science Education, Teaching Methods, Technology Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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