Development of Socioscientific Issues-Based Teaching for Preservice Science Teachers (Report‪)‬

INTRODUCTION The phrase "scientific literacy" is addressed the context of science and its role in the changing world. This study advances a conception of scientific literacy which involves the negotiation of socioscientific issues. It requires ability to make informed decisions regarding socioscientific issues (1). Socioscientific issues are moral and ethical implications; therefore, the promotion of scientific literacy requires curricular attention to the moral and ethical implications of socioscientific issues. Scientific literacy is important for every student. Most students will not become professional scientists. They need to be able to use scientific processes and habits of mind to solve problems faced in everyday life and to confront issues that involve science and make informed decisions (2). Student must be capable of considering and resolving criteria about controversial science and social issues.