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'Science, Technology, and Society' - STS - has become a major educational theme. There are many courses in schools, universities and other institutions, dealing with all sorts of topics such as the history of science, energy policy, industrial innovation, technology assessment, Third World development, scientific method, and so on. But what is this subject really about? Why shoud it be taught? Who should study it? What should they learn? How should the subject be approached? Who should teach it? These questions are being asked by both teachers and students in many fields of science, engineering, medicine, social studies, and the humanities. This informal account of the rationale of STS education shows how many diverse factors are involved - the philosophy and sociology of science and education, social and cultural objectives, political ideologies, vocational needs, scholarly standards, institutional capabilities etc., not to mention the practical realities of teaching and learning at all levels. ... Read more

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The subject of physics encompasses topics including black holes, quasars, nuclear reactors, superconductors and thermodynamics. Teach Yourself 101 Key Ideas: Physics contains short accounts of 101 key ideas in physics arranged in alphabetical order. Each account gives an informative sunmmary of the term. ... Read more

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Since its emergence over two decades ago, the construct of pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) has significantly impacted preservice and inservice teacher education, educational policy, and educational research. PCK has served to re-focus educators' attention on the important role of subject matter in educational practice and away from the more generic approach to teacher education that dominated the field prior to 1975.This ambitious text is the first of its kind to summarize the theory, research, and practice related to pedagogical content knowledge. The audience is provided with a functional understanding of the basic tenets of the construct as well as its applications to research on science teacher education and the development of science teacher education programs. The authors are prominent educators representing a variety of subject matter areas and K-12 grade levels. Although the focus of the text is science education, it should provide valuable reading for any individuals with interests in professional teacher education. ... Read more

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Black has been a best-selling textbook for several editions due to its informal writing style and enlightening examples. The result of years of teaching and investigation, the authors student-centered writing style provides students with the background they need to truly comprehend lectures and classroom discussions. This text is appropriate for mixed major biology courses, allied health, agriculture and food sciences. ... Read more

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This is an excellent study guide.It really soldifies the information of microbiology in a concise format that sticks to your brain.However, if you want to know the type of questions asked on microbiology exams, definitely get the following book:
Microbiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers
ISBN: 0971999635
The author of the second study guide knows the type of questions teachers ask on exams.I used these two books in my undergraduate microbiology course and got a 92 average.Get both books.

Excellent text for microbiology.
Jacqueline Black truly has a way with with words.She has a very readable textbook.I have chosen this book for my Microbiology class. my students are primarily nursing students.The "extra" information she hasincluded in the text adds a spark of reality to the text.

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Whether college student or the advanced curious voyager into the Y2K this text gets you up to speed in genetics,disease control, environmental concerns presenting imponderable problems of thefuture.At least one canenvision a thrust unifying many disciplines under one scientific roof.Msblack's text, while designed for the begining microbiology student, readswell with many appropo vignettes pertaining to the creatures around andwithin us.She vividly illustrates the bacterial kingdom so as to readmuch like a scientic novel--and here I am Sociologist.I cannot give herenough accolades for her work. ... Read more

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Constructivism is one of the most influential theories incontemporary education and learning theory. It has had great influencein science education. The papers in this collection represent,arguably, the most sustained examination of the theoretical andphilosophical foundations of constructivism yet published. Topics covered include: orthodox epistemology and the philosophicaltraditions of constructivism; the relationship of epistemology tolearning theory; the connection between philosophy and pedagogy inconstructivist practice; the difference between radical and socialconstructivism, and an appraisal of their epistemology; the strengthsand weaknesses of the Strong Programme in the sociology of science andimplications for science education. The book contains an extensivebibliography. Contributors include philosophers of science, philosophers ofeducation, science educators, and cognitive scientists. The book isnoteworthy for bringing this diverse range of disciplines together inthe examination of a central educational topic. ... Read more

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Learning is much more than reading a textbook. That's why the 10th edition of Inquiry into Life is integrated closely with an Online Learning Center where students and professors alike will benefit. The OLC provides animations, virtual labs, online quizzing, Power Point lecture outlines, and other tools that will help make teaching a little easier and learning a lot more fun.

Inquiry into Life covers the whole field of basic biology, and emphasizes the application of this knowledge to human concerns. Along with this approach, concepts and principles are stressed, rather than detailed, high-level scientific data and terminology. ... Read more

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Excellent, informative source
As a Grade 12 student in Canada, I have found this book to be excellent, informative, and concise.This book lays a solid foundation of introductory biology.I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in biology. I believe you will find this book to be useful and helpful. ... Read more