Nature of Science in General Chemistry Textbooks

• Main Authors: Niaz, Mansoor (Author), Maza, Arelys (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands, 2011.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Education, 2
• Subjects: Education.; History.; Philosophy and science.; Science education.; Teaching.; Science Education.; Teaching and Teacher Education.; Learning & Instruction.; Philosophy of Science.; History of Science.

Research in science education has recognized the importance of history and philosophy of science (HPS). Nature of science (NOS) is considered to be an essential part of HPS with important implications for teaching science. The role played by textbooks in developing students’ informed conceptions of...

Table of Contents:

• Acknowledgments
• Introduction
• Criteria for evaluation of general chemistry textbooks
• Evaluation of general chemistry textbooks: Results and discussion
• Conclusion and educational implications
• References
• Appendix A
• Appendix B
• Index.