Good practice in non-formal science education

Published on Sunday, 17 November 2013 15:49

The study was undertaken in 2012 to identify how the range of science classes available in the non-formal learning environment could support schools in shaping and nurturing the skill of scientific reasoning. Such classes are offered by nongovernment organisations, natural history museums, research centres of the Polish Academy of Science, scientific institutions, industrial centres with research units or educational divisions and institutions operated by private individuals, e.g., private museums.

Research results have contributed to identifying useful practices and suggestions for schools and organisations offering science classes to schools. 

In addition, the Science Section of the Institute has developed a “manual” for teachers and school principals for the new "Science" (Przyroda) subject, as introduced by the new curriculum to general secondary and technical secondary schools.