The contribution of practical work to the science curriculum

• Autores: Richard Needham
• Localización: School Science Review, ISSN 0036-6811, Vol. 95, Nº. 352, 2014 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Perspectives on the science curriculum), págs. 63-69
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Practical work is viewed by many as essential to the school science curriculum. It continues to be specified in many curriculum statements, with a wide range of claims being used to justify its inclusion. Currently, practical work is facing a number of challenges, including that it is not effective in promoting learning. An analysis of a specific activity shows the complexity of challenges faced by learners, with suggestions for making learning more effective.