Science studies in a liberal arts curriculum

Johnston, S.F. and Harvey, M. (2005) Science studies in a liberal arts curriculum. In: Hill, C. and Johnston, S.F. (eds.) Below the Belt : The Founding of a Higher Education Institution. University of Glasgow Crichton Publications: Dumfries, UK, pp. 73-86. ISBN 0 85261 815 8

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Abstract

The case is made for teaching subjects related to science in an institution closely affiliated with a Faculty of Arts. These subjects can play a crucial role in the undergraduate curriculum of a flexible institution, and such subjects represent a positive action to create productive new academic perspectives.

Item Type:Book Sections
Additional Information:Essays in honour of Rex C. Taylor, founding director of the Crichton Campus of the University of Glasgow, upon his retirement
Keywords:Higher Education; Liberal Arts; Science and Technology Studies; Environmental Studies; Science, Technology and Society
Status:Published
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Johnston, Professor Sean and Harvey, Dr Mhairi
Authors: Johnston, S.F., and Harvey, M.
Subjects:H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
Q Science > Q Science (General)
T Technology > T Technology (General)
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Social & Environmental Sustainability
Publisher:University of Glasgow Crichton Publications
ISBN:0 85261 815 8

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