Being able to learn science in a number of languages helps children to develop an understanding of concepts - like the robotics used to build this dinosaur.
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Using more than one language when teaching and learning science in schools can greatly enhance concept development. This in fact goes to the heart of science.
The language of learning is a politically fraught matter in South Africa, harking back to the tragic 1976 Soweto uprising.
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The pseudoscience, conspiracy theory and woo spreading across the world wreaks havoc on those that buy into it.
The language that’s spoken in science classrooms is very different to every day English – even mother tongue English speakers may struggle because of this.
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We view school science as largely a practical subject, but pupils must understand the language of science – which is often very different from every day language – if they are to excel.
We need to start teaching maths and science as early as possible to get the most benefit.
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Compulsory maths and science in years 11 and 12 will have a lasting benefit, but we need to boost the skills of teachers and start teaching science even earlier.
Western Sydney needs a science centre such as Questacon to help engage young people with science, technology and engineering.
Questacon
Science and mathematics subjects have traditionally been seen as the forte of high-achieving, white, middle-class pupils. And, in an effort to boost the number of scientists and engineers in the UK, over…
Scientists are a great knowledge resource – make use of it.
Adam Evans
I am an astrophysicist. I run into a lot of people who are extremely curious about space, how it works, or what it is that I study in particular. Many of these questions begin with an apology: “Not to…
A truly deep thinker must draw on both science and the humanities.
Todd Martin
The evolution of science and engineering in the 21st century has transformed the role of these professions in profound ways that affect research, scholarship and the practice of teaching in the university…
I am a scientist. I am also white, male and middle-class. There are a lot of scientists like me in the UK, and this lack of diversity within the scientific community is a concern. There are compelling…
After the expressions of joy or despair have faded away, A Level results day often serves to emphasise the startling gender gap in students studying science subjects. Data released about the 2014 exams…
I joined the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) a few years ago for two main reasons. It offered academic freedom and the best research opportunities in India. But also, unlike most research institutions…
Professor Ian Chubb: ‘We are a nation in 'transition’, we hear. But to what; and how?‘
This is a transcript of the 2014 Jack Beale Lecture on the Global Environment, hosted at the University of New South Wales. Tonight I want to talk about the future. I know that it’s not a novel thing to…
Teenagers across England are waiting nervously for their GCSE, AS and A Level results. Now new figures have shown more of them are choosing to take more “academic” subjects, such as the humanities, languages…
Extending the science sphere of influence.
Royal Society
Our world is changing at a greater pace than ever witnessed before. Our economies are changing and our understanding of the world around us is changing. Our education systems must also change too because…
Science evokes images of Bunsen burners, coloured liquids, vapours rising from flasks, white coats and safety goggles. But are we making too much of the rigid assessment of the practical parts of science…