RoutledgeFalmer Reader in Science Education

<p>This Reader brings together a wide range of material to present an international perspective on topical issues in science education today. In order to identify what themes should be addressed in the book thirty-eight science educators from around the world responded to the question: 'What issues are currently important in science education in your country?' The outcome is this lively and authoritative Reader which features topics as varied as:</p><ul> <li>globalisation</li> <li>assessment</li> <li>pupil's views on science education</li> <li>environmental education</li> <li>teaching approaches</li> <li>teacher development</li> <li>multimedia and ICT</li> <li>constructivism.</li> </ul><p>With a specially written introduction from the editor providing a much-needed context to the current education climate students of science education will find this Reader an important route map to further reading and understanding.</p>