| Description |
xi, 708 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm |
| Series |
International technology education studies |
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International technology education studies.
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| Contents |
The developing field of technology education : an introduction -- pt. I. International developments. The development of technology education internationally ; Design and technology : a 'new' subject for the English national curriculum ; Thinking about technology education in France ; Technology education in general education in Finland ; Developments in technology education in the United States of America ; The study of technology in Canada ; Technology education and research in Australia : a coming of age in the 21st century ; Reviewing the field of technology education in New Zealand ; Technology and vocational education in India ; The development of technology education in mainland China ; The introduction and development of technology education in South Africa-- pt. II. The nature of technology. Philosophy of technology for research in technology education ; Whole Earth measurements ; What is philosophy of technology? ; Social aspects of technology ; Tools and concepts in technological development -- pt. III. Perceptions of technology. Perceptions of technology and technology education ; Primary school children's perceptions of design and technology ; 'This isn't my project [work]. It's ... just do it ... you just do research' ; Technology education and the environment : perceptions and practices ; Conceptual learning in and through technology-- pt. IV. Technology and science-technology-society-environment (STSE) education. Technology in science-technology-society-environment (STSE) education : introductory remarks ; Unpacking the interface between science, technology, and the environment biotechnology as an example ; Enhancing engagement with science/technology-related issues ; Approaching 'soft disasters' in the classroom : teaching about controversial issues in science, technology, society, and environmental education ; Ethical reasoning and action in STSE education ; Not quite the revolution : science and technology education in a world that changed ; The evolution of da heat ; An approach to chemistry education that brings science and technology together -- pt. V. Learning and teaching. Learning and teaching : an introduction ; Research on teaching and learning technology education ; Learning technological problem solving-- a cognitive/epistemological perspective ; Towards an articulation of students making progress in learning technological concepts and processes ; Teaching and learning science and mathematics through technology practice ; Learning to argue, arguing to learn -- pt. VI. Assessment in technology education. Assessment : focusing on the learner and the subject ; Assessment for learning -- a formative approach to classroom practice ; Making meaning in primary technology classrooms through assessment for learning ; Assessment of children's technological fund of knowledge as embedded community practices ; Transforming assessment : assessment of learning becomes assessment for learning ; Performance portfolios-- pt. VII. Technology teacher education. Teacher education and professional development ; Teacher education ; Doing the odyssey in Neurath's boat : design and technology professional development journeys and teacher professional judgment ; Competency based training in the UK ; Training technology teachers in Europe ; Graduate study as professional development -- pt. VIII. Theoretical and practical approaches to research. Developing research approaches to technology education ; Research as a design task ; Being reflective and responsive in early childhood research ; Methodological considerations in studying classroom interactions in technology education ; Studying communication during technological design activities ; Learning and teaching through technology and design ; Cultural-historical activity research "framing intellect and action" in design and technology education -- pt. IX. Conclusion. looking back to look forward : the future of technology education |
| Summary |
Summary: "This international handbook reflects on the development of the field of technology education. From reviewing how the field has developed and its current strengths, consideration is given to where the field might go and how it can be supported in this process. This handbook argues that technology is an essential part of education for all and it provides a unique coverage of the developing field of technology education. It is divided into eight sections, from consideration of different approaches to education in different countries, through thinking about the nature of technology, perceptions of technology, relationships between science, technology and society, learning and teaching, assessment, teacher education and professional development, and developed and developing research approaches. This book constitutes a significant collection of work from numerous countries and authors actively engaged in technology education research and development. It is intended for graduate students, academics, researchers, curriculum developers, professional development providers, policy makers, and practitioners."--Publisher description |
| Notes |
Part of the QUT Authors Collection |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Technology -- Study and teaching -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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| Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals.
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| Author |
Buntting, Cathy M
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Vries, Marc J. de, 1958-
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Jones, Alister T
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| ISBN |
9087908776 (paperback) |
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9087908784 (hbk.) |
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9789087908775 (paperback) |
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9789087908782 (hbk.) |
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