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Science and technology are related in many ways. Much of science relies on technology for data collection and analysis and technology is often built on knowledge of basic science. In a similar way science education and technology education have much in common and could easily be taught together in ways that enhance both. In this paper I will provide some operational definitions of science and technology, goals of science and technology education, look at the roles of teachers and students in both types of classes, and consider how the two could be taught together. Finally, I will consider the benefits to student learning of combining science and technology in the same classroom..
