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From Aristotle to Zinn in the Science Classroom

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Extracts of writings of great scientists and philosophers were used as handouts to supplement text and lectures on environmental science for nonscience majors requiring a laboratory course. An assessment form was developed to judge the impact of this process on students. Results of the first semester are described with plans for future implementation. A list of handouts is appended.

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  1. Division of Science and Health Careers, Oakton Community College, DesPlaines, Illinois

    William B. Katz

  2. College of Arts and Sciences, Roosevelt University, Schaumberg, Illinois

    William B. Katz

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Katz, W.B. From Aristotle to Zinn in the Science Classroom. Journal of Science Education and Technology 11, 97–99 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1013955632750

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