Acting Out Science: Using Senate Hearings to Debate Global Climate Change

Recommends the use of role-playing as an effective summative activity that aids student learning and integrates science information and concepts. Describes the use of a role-play activity related to Senate hearings. (DDR)

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Published in:Journal of college science teaching 2002-05, Vol.31 (7), p.442-447
Main Authors: Harwood, William S., MaKinster, James G., Cruz, Luis, Gabel, Dorothy
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Climate change
Concept Formation
Educational activities
Environmental agencies
Global warming
Greening
Higher Education
Integrated Curriculum
Interdisciplinary Approach
Learning Strategies
Political debate
Role Playing
Science Activities
Science learning
Scientific and Technical Information
Senators
Subcommittees
Teaching Methods
Upper houses
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Summary:Recommends the use of role-playing as an effective summative activity that aids student learning and integrates science information and concepts. Describes the use of a role-play activity related to Senate hearings. (DDR)
ISSN:0047-231X
1943-4898