Empowering STEM thinkers through argumentation a framework for critical practice Paul Nnanyereugo Iwuanyanwu

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Iwuanyanwu, Paul Nnanyereugo, author.

Series:

Contemporary trends and issues in science education ; v. 69.

Contemporary trends and issues in science education 1878-0784 Volume 69

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Science--Study and teaching.

Science.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Cham, Switzerland Springer [2026]

Summary:

"This book offers a comprehensive framework for cultivating critical, creative, and ethical minds in STEM education and practice. It argues that STEM competence goes beyond content mastery to include reasoning, collaboration, digital literacy, and responsible knowledge use. Across nine chapters, the volume explores STEM argumentation, ethical reasoning, design thinking, and networked learning. It introduces philosophical foundations, practical frameworks, and instructional strategies for addressing technological dilemmas, fostering scientific inquiry, and integrating engineering design thinking. The final chapter highlights connectivist learning and digital networks as spaces for collaboration and innovation. Designed for educators, researchers, and practitioners, this book provides conceptual clarity, pedagogical principles, and actionable insights to advance a human-centered vision for STEM education in an interconnected, rapidly evolving world"-- Springer Nature Link

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references

Online resource; title from PDF title page (Springer Nature Link, viewed July 16, 2026)

Other Format:

Print version Iwuanyanwu, Paul Nnanyereugo Empowering STEM thinkers through argumentation

ISBN:

9783032279064

3032279062

OCLC:

1603208198

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