SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY ANS SOCIETY(STS)OOI SIEW WIN (PPM0200/14)GAYATHIY RAJASEKARAN (SPM0169/14)

INTRODUCTIONSTS is an approach that takes into consideration the interaction between science, technology, and society. Science -driving force of technology Technology-provides the justification for basic scienceBoth technology and science are under control by societySTS is often taught via environmental concernsAccording to Aikenhead (2000) STS Science framework contain four processes and four products: deliberation and curriculum policy; research, development, and classroom materials; implementation and teacher understanding; instruction assessment and student learning.

OBJECTIVES OF STS4 main purposes of the STS approach:Preparing students to use science for improving their own lives and as a corollary to be able to better understand and cope with an increasingly technological society. Enabling students as they progress through life to deal with STS issues in a responsible manner. Identifying a body of knowledge that would enable them to deal with STS issues. Acquiring knowledge and understanding about career opportunities in the field. Enabling the students plan for their careers by comprehending the possible job opportunities available in their job market.

IMPORTANCE OF STS IN SCIENCE EDUCATION To improve the quality of human existenceCitizens can influence the direction of human affairs and can live in a democratic societyThe production of citizens who are creative, critical, analytical, and rationalShould give pupils a basis for understanding and for coping with their lives. They should be given applications and effects of science in their personal and social life.Future citizens(students) responsibility of making decisions that require an understanding of the interaction of science and technology and its interface with society. STS - provides the students with a real-world connection between the classroom and society. Helps the students practice identifying potential problems, collect data with regard to the problem, consider alternative solutions and the consequences of a particular decision.

PROBLEMS IN EMBEDDING STS IN EDUCATION Teachers quality (teachers are not trained in teaching using STS method)teachers mindset, understanding of science, community viewsIn need of suitable curriculum materials that can prepare students for workforce Lack of resources and support Insufficient class time, Curriculum are overpacked

SUGGESTIONS ON STS IN EDUCATION

Change of view in learning science and encourage STS in teaching.Science educators work together to produce suitable curriculum that incorporate STS in science learning. Work as a community: Start from teachers, students and parents, discussion and review on STS based projects. Support of education institutes to provide state-of-art facilities and well trained teaching forces (Include STS in teacher training programmes and updated resources. Dialogs, seminar and conference to review progress. STEM education

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