Abstract

This conceptual paper attempts to provide an understanding of the importance of the Science Technology and Society (STS) Approach for teaching and learning Science. This curriculum approach has certain beliefs and assumptions about science pedagogy. STS emphasizes the interaction between science and technology, the impact of scientific and technological advancement on society, and vice versa. This approach is designed to make traditional concepts and processes found in typical science programmes more appropriate and relevant to the lives of learners. Acquiring knowledge, values, and ideas are the major goals of STS in Science Education. The major assumptions of the STS approach are, linking the student’s knowledge, skills, values, and ideas in its natural environment, social environment, and technology-driven environment and it will improve students’ understanding of the nature of science and attitude towards science.

Keywords: Knowledge, Science Education, Science Technology Society (STS), Skills, Values.

[1] Assistant Professor, Department of Natural Science Education, NSS Training College, Ottapalam. Kerala, India.

[2] Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics Education, NSS Training College, Ottapalam. Kerala, India.