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PMGS 6323 ISSUES IN SCIENCE-TECHNOLOGY-SOCIETY EDUCATION 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

The topics that will be discussed include the rationale of integration of the science-technology-society
(STS) concept in science education, the equilibrium between acquisition of scientific knowledge and the
understanding of STS issues, innovative strategies in teaching STS, the effect of STS on scientific literacy,
ethics and values. The course will also discuss researches done related to STS, laboratory activities within the
STS framework and assessment in STS.

Assesment Method : Continuous Assessment (Test , Assignment): 60%, Examination: 40%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
Kumar, D. & Chubin, D.E. (2000). Science, Technology and Society: A source book on research and practice
(Innovations in science and technology education). NY: Kluwer.
Yager, R.E. (1996). Science/Technology/Society as reform in science education. NY: State University of New
York Press.
Thirunarayanan, M.P. Thirunarayanan, M.P. (1992). Handbook of science technology and society, Vol 1.
Arizona: Arizona State University.

PMGS 6324 ISSUES AND TRENDS IN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

This course will discuss the causes and effects of several environmental problems and actions taken
to overcome them. Focus will be given to the approaches and strategies used in environmental education in
schools, both formal and informal. The problems involved in programs and activities on environmental education
will be identified and steps taken to overcome them will be suggested. There will be discussions on researches
in environmental education. Students are required to carry out a simple research on environmental education.

Assesment Method : Continuous Assessment (Test , Assignment): 70%, Examination: 30%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
Miller,T.Jr. & Spoolman, S.(2010) Environmental Science.California : Wadsworth.
Bruas,J.A.,Woods,A.D.(1993) Environmental Science.California : Wadsworth.
Baez,A.V., Knamiller,G.W.,Smyth ,J.C.(1987) The Environment and Science and Technology New York :
Education Pergamon Press.

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