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Developing Scientific Literacy: Introducing Primary-Aged Children to Atomic-Molecular Theory

Author(s): Jennifer Donovan (University of Southern Queensland, Australia)and Carole Haeusler (University of Southern Queensland, Australia)
Copyright: 2015
Pages: 34
EISBN13: 9781466674387

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Abstract

This chapter challenges existing school science curricula modes for teaching atomic-molecular structure and describes a current research project designed to provide supporting evidence for reviewing school science curricula. Using evidence from this project and other research studies, the chapter argues for the introduction of atomic-molecular structure in the curriculum at Year 3 or 4 and proposes that consideration be given to devising a spiral curriculum in which the macroscopic and microscopic properties of matter are taught concurrently rather than sequentially.

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