Science teaching and research in Argentina: The contribution of history and philosophy of science

Abstract

An analysis of the present situation regarding the incorporation of HPS into science education is carried out, and some ideas are suggested as to how to make progress in this direction. More precisely, some sections evaluate the situation in Argentina with regard to the incorporation of HPS contributions into physics and biology education. Some aspects that are analysed are the underlying epistemological features in education laws and natural science curriculum design at secondary level in Argentina, the incorporation of HPS in research and the dissemination of HPS contributions to physics teaching among in-service teachers.