THE TEACHING OF SCIENCE IN A LIBERAL ARTS PROGRAM.

The article focuses on the scope of teaching of science in a liberal arts program in the U.S. The requirement of algebra and natural science for students at state universities. The general course can logically invade the field of science history or the impact of science on social events. It discusse...

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Publicado en:	Science Education Vol. 44; no. 3; pp. 187 - 195
Autor principal:	Graubard, Mark
Formato:	Artículo
Publicado:	Wiley-Blackwell Apr1960
Materias:	Science & the humanities Humanistic education Algebra Natural history Chemistry Art & science United States education system United States
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Sumario:	The article focuses on the scope of teaching of science in a liberal arts program in the U.S. The requirement of algebra and natural science for students at state universities. The general course can logically invade the field of science history or the impact of science on social events. It discusses the basic phenomena and laws of physics, chemistry and geology. The full appreciation of the historical quest for science requires understanding of cultural anthropology.