A Holistic approach to the atom in school chemistry

Authors

  • Sibel Erduran

Abstract

Many curricula and syllabi have been developed to foster meaningful understanding of the atom. Yet, the atom remains a difficult concept for many students. In this article, it is argued that a shortcoming in science teaching and learning of science concepts, including the atom, include limited coordination among (a) the various forms of scientific knowledge, and (b) the epistemic, cognitive and social aspects of scientific practices. Visual tools that can be helpful in communicating the complexity of various aspects of science are also presented.

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Published

2016-01-26

Issue

No. 19 (2014)

Section

Estratègies didàctiques

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