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This is a theoretical paper centered on resources for teaching science and technology in the primary schools. It will provide guidance to primary school teachers looking for ways to find current information on science resources, programs, materials and methods of teaching and learning of science and technology for developing the potentials of children in science and technology. Important concepts such as Science, Technology, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Education, and Science Resources were defined. Teaching techniques and the use of technology in teaching STM at primary school level were also discussed. In conclusion, children possess God-given potentials that just need to be directed, channeled and manipulated in order to make them function in the society. Today, emphasis on STM education has been on activity-based teaching methods that will involve the learner in hands-on and minds-on activities for the acquisition and application of scientific and empirical knowledge and skills. This can only be achieved if resources are adequately used and teachers are skilled and competent enough to use them.
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To Cite this Article: Oluwatelure, T. A., & Duyilemi, A. N. (2013). Improving Resources for Science and Technology Delivery in the Primary Schools for Sustainable Development. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 2(1), 13–23.
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