Introduction

This book presents the findings of two case studies in the Making Connections two-year project funded by the New Zealand Ministry of Education.

Focus and Context

It shows how science literacy was improved in a state coeducational school with Pacific Island students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

Content and Strategies

This book details ideas and strategies relevant to schools where English literacy has an impact on the science engagement and achievement of ethnically diverse student populations.

Teaching Model

It also presents the teaching as inquiry model and its usage by teachers to improve aspects of their teaching strategies.