Background
DeBoer, George Edward was born on November 3, 1944 in Paterson, New Jersey, United States. Son of George and Lillian (Beekman) DeB.
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A History of Ideas in Science Education: Implications for Practice
(By allowing key scientists, researchers, professors, and ...)
By allowing key scientists, researchers, professors, and classroom teachers of science to speak for themselves through their published writings about what is best and needed for the field, Dr DeBoer presents a fascinating account of the history of science education in the United States from the middle of the 19th century to the present. The book relates how science first struggled to find a place in the school curriculum and recounts the many debates over the years about what that curriculum should be. In fact, many of what we consider modern ideas in science education are not new at all but can be traced to writings on education of one hundred years ago. The book is aimed at all those interested in science education: classroom teachers and science education leaders concerned about the historical justification of the goals and strategies proposed for the field. The book should be enjoyed not only by the researcher but also by anyone curious about just how curriculum is decided upon and implemented on a national scale.
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George Edward DeBoer
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Bachelor, Hope College, Holland, Michigan, 1966; Master of Arts in Teaching, U. Iowa, 1968; Doctor of Philosophy, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, 1972.
Career
Teacher secondary biology, chemistry, earth science, Glenbrook South High School, Glenview, Illinois, 1971-1974; assistant professor department education, Colgate University, Hamilton, New York, 1974-1982; associate professor, department chairman, Colgate University, Hamilton, 1982-1991; professor, Colgate University, Hamilton, since 1991. Director Master of Arts teaching program, director graduate summer session Colgate University. Numerous presentation in field.
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A History of Ideas in Science Education: Implications for Practice
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A History of Ideas in Science Education: Implications for Practice
Membership
Member American Ednl. Research Association, National Association Research in Science Teaching, National Science Teachers Association.
Connections
Married Judith Ann Gindele, September 27, 1969 (deceased 1990). Children: Margo, Mark.
