Teaching science as a hermeneutic event
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Date
2013
Authors
Pelech, Sharon
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Publisher
University of Calgary
Abstract
In this article, the author explores the need for science education to be taught as a hermeneutic
event, as opposed to a book of facts to be memorized. The fragmented, passive transmission of
facts does not allow students to have a clear understanding of science, its’ traditions and how
science lives in the world. Reconnecting biology back into the world, and recognizing its creativity
and uncertainty, will help students understand how science impacts their lives and the world.
The author explores how, through hermeneutics, students can experience the living discipline of
science, as opposed to learning about science
Description
Open access journal
Keywords
Curriculum studies , Hermeneutics , High school biology , Learning , Philosophy of education , Science education
Citation
Pelech, S. (2013). Teaching science as a hermeneutic event. Journal of Applied Hermeneutics, 1, 1-8. PID: http://hdl.handle.net/10515/sy5cn6zf5.