The techniques of Science teaching have changed from lectures and demonstrations to those involving a significant amount of “hands on” activities. This is reflected in the new curriculum, which even mandates that certain experiments be carried out. As a result of these changes students may be exposed to even more risk than they were previously. All risk cannot be eliminated. However, it must be anticipated and minimized.
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