Science Education and Scientific Attitudes
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Science has several dimensions. Traditionally, the overwhelming emphasis in the science curriculum has been on the content dimension. Consequently students obtained a narrow understanding of the scientific culture. The situation has improved somewhat in the recent years as a result of the development of modern science programmes. Greater attention is given to the nature of scientific enquiry through the promotion of active student participation in activity-oriented learning experiences.
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