2015 年 21 巻 2 号 p. 103-112
The objective of this study is developing a theoretical framework for curriculum development of connecting science and mathematics. First, connection between mathematics and science were classified into 4 ways, thematic relation of content, thematic relation of thinking, structural relation of content and structural relation of thinking. Next purposes of connecting science and mathematics in each way were discussed. In thematic relation of content, deeper understanding and ability to assemble the learning content is promoted. In thematic relation of content, understanding outside school subject topic and problem solving skills by using thinking in a comprehensive manner is developed. In structural relation of content, conceptual formulation and ability to transfer is advanced. In structural relation of thinking, understanding from the different view point and generalizing the thinking is fostered.