Theory and Methods for Sociocultural Research in Science and Engineering Education

<p>Introducing original methods for integrating sociocultural and discourse studies into science and engineering education this book provides a much-needed framework for how to conduct qualitative research in this field. The three dimensions of learning identified in the <em>Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)</em> create a need for research methods that examine the sociocultural components of science education. With cutting-edge studies and examples consistent with the <em>NGSS</em> this book offers comprehensive research methods for integrating discourse and sociocultural practices in science and engineering education and provides key tools for applying this framework for students pre-service teachers scholars and researchers.</p>