How culturally responsive teaching can demystify science

January 1st, 2015 | RESEARCH

Researchers examined how conducting an authentic science investigation in a bilingual classroom and weaving in discussions about the nature and culture of science affected students. They found that this process supported students’ growth in understanding of the scientific enterprise and made the culture of science more approachable.

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Anita Krishnamurthi, Author, Afterschool Alliance

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Access and Inclusion: English Language Learners
Audience: Educators | Teachers | Elementary School Children (6-10) | Learning Researchers | Museum | ISE Professionals
Discipline: General STEM | Geoscience and geography | Literacy | Nature of science
Resource Type: Research Brief | Research Products
Environment Type: Informal | Formal Connections | K-12 Programs