Date of Award
8-31-2009
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS)
Department
Liberal Studies
First Advisor
Bernard Possidente
Second Advisor
Alex Head
Abstract
There is a pervasive hidden curriculum about science and math intelligence. It teaches students that being smart in these subjects means independently and effortlessly getting quick, correct answers. This hidden curriculum is inaccurate, disempowering, and unjust. A classroom dynamic called "Consensus is the Answer Key" is an effective way to rewrite this hidden curriculum. By solving complex problems and using group discussion that calls for logic and communication skills, students effectively learn science and math content, as well as gaining the skills and confidence to be successful in these subjects.
Recommended Citation
Bertucci, Sarah A., "Consensus is the Answer Key: Liberating Science and Math Education" (2009). MALS Final Projects, 1995-2019. 74.
https://creativematter.skidmore.edu/mals_stu_schol/74
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Curriculum and Instruction Commons, Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Commons, Science and Mathematics Education Commons