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Technology, Theory, and Practice in Interdisciplinary Stem Programs
Reneta D. . Ed(S): Lansiquot
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Description for Technology, Theory, and Practice in Interdisciplinary Stem Programs
Hardback. Editor(s): Lansiquot, Reneta D. Num Pages: 126 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNF; JNM; JNV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148. Weight in Grams: 314.
This book highlights models for promoting interdisciplinary thinking and an appreciation for interdisciplinary understanding among students in STEM-related fields. Students majoring in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics often perceive that courses in their major are not related to the general education liberal arts courses required for their degrees. This separation prevents the transfer of skills between their general education courses and their degree pursuits. The false dichotomy is particularly important because solving the daunting challenges of the twenty-first century—such as drug-resistant bacteria, scarcity of natural resources, and climate change—requires global citizens armed with robust, complex abilities who can integrate interdisciplinary concepts ... Read more
This book highlights models for promoting interdisciplinary thinking and an appreciation for interdisciplinary understanding among students in STEM-related fields. Students majoring in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics often perceive that courses in their major are not related to the general education liberal arts courses required for their degrees. This separation prevents the transfer of skills between their general education courses and their degree pursuits. The false dichotomy is particularly important because solving the daunting challenges of the twenty-first century—such as drug-resistant bacteria, scarcity of natural resources, and climate change—requires global citizens armed with robust, complex abilities who can integrate interdisciplinary concepts ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
126
Condition
New
Number of Pages
126
Place of Publication
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781137567383
SKU
V9781137567383
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99-15
About Reneta D. . Ed(S): Lansiquot
Reneta D. Lansiquot is Associate Professor of English and Program Director of the Bachelor of Science in Professional and Technical Writing at New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York, USA. She has published widely on interdisciplinary studies and educational technology.
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