1. Importance of science in curriculum: values of science
Dr. Jyotsna Amin
Assistant Professor
Department of Education,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara

2. Intellectual values
Utilitarian value
Vocational value
Cultural value
Moral values
Aesthetic values
Training in the scientific Method
Development of Scientific attitude

3. Intellectual values Develop consciousness of the humankind
Greatify our intellectual universe
Study of science has given us real insight of ourselves
Sharpens our intellect and makes us intellectually honest, critical in observation and reasoning.
It teaches us to arrive at conclusions without any emotional bias or prejudice.

4. Utilitarian value
All our activities are controlled and and fashioned by science
Science has unveiled the curtain of nature for us.
Essential to know about - achievements, advancements
Two fold knowledge- productive and destructive

5. Vocational value Study of science Gateway to many vacations
Many vocational , professional courses are offered after science.
Forms the basis for leisure time usage
Forms basis for many productive hobbies and activities

6. Cultural value Determining culture and civilisation of the country
Direct influence on belief system
Its own literature
It has drawn its nourishment from culture and civilisation

7. Aesthetic values Appreciate the nature's creation
Science is an art and creator of other arts
Truth is beauty

8. Spiritual value
Understanding the metaphysical realities of the world