Promoting Science in Secondary School Education.
Anthony Chiovitti1, Jacinta C Duncan1, Abdul Jabbar2
1Gene Technology Access Centre (GTAC), The University High School, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
Trends in Parasitology
|March 10, 2017
Summary
Parasitology can effectively engage secondary students in science education. A Specialist Centre model promotes scientific literacy for 21st-century challenges.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Science Education
Background:
- Scientific literacy is crucial for societal progress in the 21st century.
- Engaging secondary school students in science is essential for future challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present parasitology as a tool for engaging secondary students in science.
- To explore the 'Specialist Centre' model for science education.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing parasitology as a subject for science engagement.
- Implementing a 'Specialist Centre' model for science education.
Main Results:
- Parasitology can be an effective subject for student engagement.
- The Specialist Centre model shows promise in promoting science education.
Conclusions:
- Parasitology offers a unique avenue for enhancing science education.
- The Specialist Centre model can foster scientific literacy in secondary students.
