A Constructivist Approach To Teaching Transplantation Technology in Science.

Y

6

Constructivism (Learning); Educational Strategies; Ethics; Foreign Countries; Medicine; Science Activities; Secondary Education; Student Centered Curriculum; Teaching Methods

0045-0855

Addresses the facilitative role of teachers in helping students develop the ability to evaluate ethical issues that arise from transplantation technology. Describes the implementation and evaluation of a bioethics unit. Findings indicate that student-centered strategies can provide opportunities for students to clarify, reflect critically on, and modify their understanding of ethical issues. Contains 20 references. (JRH)

1997

EJ545151