TYPES OF LEARNING IN SCIENCE

For understanding the goals of the Scientific Reasoning Series, I review types of possible learning. In a classification scheme of learning in science, many dimensions are possible.

• Goals
  • Motivating Interest in Science
  • Learning Scientific Content
  • Learning to Solve Problems
  • Preparation for Research
  • History of Science
  • Social Problems Associated with Science
  • Nature of Science
• Formal and Informal
• Intended Age Group
• Media