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Scientific literacy: A systemic functional linguistics perspective

2004; Wiley; Volume: 89; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1002/sce.20050

1098-237X

Zhihui Fang,

Education and Critical Thinking Development

Science EducationVolume 89, Issue 2 p. 335-347 Issues and TrendsFree Access Scientific literacy: A systemic functional linguistics perspective Zhihui Fang, Corresponding Author Zhihui Fang [email protected] School of Teaching and Learning, The University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611-7048, USASchool of Teaching and Learning, The University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611-7048, USASearch for more papers by this author Zhihui Fang, Corresponding Author Zhihui Fang [email protected] School of Teaching and Learning, The University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611-7048, USASchool of Teaching and Learning, The University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611-7048, USASearch for more papers by this author First published: 01 December 2004 https://doi.org/10.1002/sce.20050Citations: 208AboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onEmailFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat Abstract Scientific writing contains unique linguistic features that construe special realms of scientific knowledge, values, and beliefs. An understanding of the functionality of these features is critical to the development of literacy in science. This article describes some of the key linguistic features of scientific writing, discusses the challenges these features present to comprehension and composition of science texts in school, and argues for greater attention to the specialized language of science in teaching and learning. © 2004 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Sci Ed, 89:335–347, 2005 REFERENCES American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (1993). Benchmarks for science literacy. New York: Oxford University Press. Chafe, W. (1982). Integration and involvement in speaking, writing, and oral literature. In D. 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