Science education in a rapidly changing world / Seth D. Grahame, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Grahame, Seth D.

Series:

Education in a competitive and globalizing world series.

Education in a competitive and globalizing world

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Science--Study and teaching.

Science.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (174 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Hauppauge, N.Y. : Nova Science Publishers, c2011.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Explores the broad spectrum of science education with a focus on such topics as mechatronics, a multidisciplinary field combining mechanical engineering, electronics and computer technology; science education through research, science and technology museums as places for critical thinking.

Contents:

Intro

SCIENCE EDUCATION IN A RAPIDLY CHANGING WORLD

CONTENTS

PREFACE

Chapter 1 RECOLLECTIONS OF 45 YEARS IN RESEARCH: FROM PROTEIN CHEMISTRY TO POLYMERIC DRUGS TO THE EPR EFFECT IN CANCER THERAPY

Abstract

1. Bon Voyage: Passage to the Macromolecular WORLD and Protein Chemistry

2. Back to Sendai and the World of Antibiotics

3. On to the United States: Work at Chilren's Research Foundation and Harvard Medical School

4. Kumamoto University in Kyushu, Japan

5. SMANCS in Clinics and Beyond: The Discovery of the EPR Effect

6. The Power of Intraarterial Injection of the Polymeric Drug SMANCSs/Lipiodol

7. Back to the Basics in Infection, Inflammation, and Cancer: The Roles of Proteases, Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), and Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) in Pathogenesis

7a. Microbial Disease in the Absence of Microorganisms: Microbial Proteases as Pathogens

7b. Microbial Disease in the Absence of Microorganisms: Endogenous Free Radicals as Pathogens

8. Clarifying Details of the Epr Effect: A Universal Solid Tumor-Targeting Principle of Macromolecular Anticancer Agents

9. Factors Facilitating the EPR Effect

10. Further Enhancement of the EPR Effect

11. SMA as a Versatile Micelle-Forming Agent

12. Protein Drugs, Then and Now

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 2 EDUCATIONAL CHANGES IN PREVENTING INFECTION RISK DUE TO OCCUPATIONAL BLOOD-BORNE EXPOSURE

Background

Standard Precautions

Use of Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves

Gowns/Aprons

Facemasks and Respirators

Goggles and Face Shields

Prevention of Needlestick /Sharp Injuries

Hand Hygiene

Cleaning of Surfaces

Education and Training of Workers

Chapter 3 LEARNING AND TEACHING OF COMPUTER PROGRAMMING: PAST AND FUTURE

Abstract.

Introduction

Research Strands of Learning and Teaching of Computer Programming

Cognitive Consequences and Transfer Effects of Learning of Computer Programming

Differences between Novices and Experts

Programming Knowledge and Programming Strategies

Program Comprehension and Program Composition

Future Research Directions

Conclusion

Chapter 4 PROVIDING SCENARIO-BASED, MULTI-DISCIPLINARY, DISASTER EDUCATION: THE SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION APPROACH

Introduction

Our History of Providing Scenario-Based Disaster Education

Universities and Academic Centers are in the Position to Take the Lead

Chapter 5 A PSYCHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE ON MEDIA LITERACY

Understanding Interactions with Technology: Psycho-Social Factors

Learning, Motivation and the Appeal of New Technology

Chapter 6 INVESTIGATION OF NEW EDUCATION METHODS USING APPLIED MECHATRONICS

1. Mechatronics

1.1. Mechatronics Approach

2. Education

2.1. Education Framework

3. Learning Methods

3.1. Active Learning

3.2. Problem Based Education

3.3. Web-Based Education

E-Learning and the Improvement of E-Learning Materials

3.4. Project Based Education

3.5. Computer Based Education

4. Strategical Indiviual Compentencies

5. Conclusion

Chapter 7 DEFINITIONS AND SIGNIFICANCE OF EPISTEMOLOGICAL BELIEFS AND BELIEF ABOUT THE NATURE OF SCIENCE IN RELATION WITH SCIENTIFIC LITERACY

Scientific Literacy

Nature of Science

Scientists' Perceptions

Philosophers' Perceptions

Science Educators' Perceptions

Significance of the Issue

Research Studies About the Nature of Science

Students' Understandings

Teachers' Understandings.

If Beliefs About the Nature of Science are Put into Practice

Data Collection

Data Analysis and Evaluation

Findings

Chapter 8 SCIENCE EDUCATION THROUGH RESEARCH

1. The Situation Today

2. Research in the Mechanism of Point Mutations, and the Knowledge and Skills Obtained

3. In Silico Drug Development Research, and the Knowledge and Skills Obtained

4. Research into the Mouse DNA Polymerase Gene, and the Knowledge and Skills Obtained

5. Research Involving a Genetic Analysis of Developmental Time, and the Knowledge and Skills Obtained

6. The Significance of Education through Research

Chapter 9 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUMS AS PLACES FOR CRITICAL THINKING SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Chapter 10 QUALITY MANAGMENT FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION

1. Quality in Education

2. Trends and Developments in the World

3. Effects of Quality in Education

4. Conclusion

INDEX

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Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-61761-038-0

OCLC:

793206744