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52.078 - Equity in Science Teacher Education: Toward an Expanded Definition

Sat, April 18, 2:45 to 4:15pm, Marriott, Floor: Fourth Level, Addison

Session Type: Symposium

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This first session of two-part Symposium is designed to facilitate critical discussion regarding perspectives of Equity in Science Teacher Education, within the broader international scholarly community utilizing Freire’s process of Praxis. Praxis as a mutual, creative and generative process will be the structure of critical discussions on varying aspects of and perspectives on the definition of equity in science teacher education and/or challenge and extend the definition in concrete ways. Equity is framed by the constructs of justice, fairness, and impartiality, and not limited to quality of inputs and outcomes associated with high-quality standards. Equity sees each individual as unique and deserving of equal opportunities to learn.

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