Examining Technology's Impact on Society: Using Case Studies to Introduce Environmental and Economic Considerations
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| Title: | Examining Technology's Impact on Society: Using Case Studies to Introduce Environmental and Economic Considerations |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Karukstis, Kerry K. |
| Source: | Journal of College Science Teaching. Nov 2003 33(2):36-40. |
| Availability: | National Science Teachers Association. 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782; Fax: 703-243-3924; e-mail: membership@nsta.org; Web site: http://www.nsta.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 5 |
| Publication Date: | 2003 |
| Intended Audience: | Teachers |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Higher Education |
| Descriptors: | Case Studies, Teaching Methods, Chemistry, Undergraduate Students, Science Education, Problem Based Learning, Group Discussion, Student Attitudes, Instructional Effectiveness |
| Geographic Terms: | California |
| ISSN: | 0047-231X |
| Abstract: | The general chemistry course at Harvey Mudd College presents chemical principles and addresses technology's impact on society. Students consider environmental and economic implications of chemical scenarios in real-world case studies created for team-based analysis and discussion. Case study design, implementation, and assessment are presented. (Contains 4 figures and 1 table.) |
| Abstractor: | Author |
| Number of References: | 21 |
| Entry Date: | 2008 |
| Access URL: | https://www3.nsta.org/main/news/stories/journal_archive_date_list.php?category_ID=89&issue_ID=891 |
| Accession Number: | EJ789583 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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