This book presents the findings of two case studies in the 'Making
Connections' two-year project funded by the New Zealand Ministry of
Education. It shows how science literacy was improved in a state
coeducational school with Pacific Island students from diverse
linguistic backgrounds. This book details ideas and strategies relevant
to schools where English literacy has an impact on the science
engagement and achievement of ethnically diverse student populations. It
also presents the teaching as inquiry model and its usage by teachers to
improve aspects of their teaching strategies.