The matter of subject matter.(Editorial)(Editorial) School Science and Mathematics | December 1, 2003| | COPYRIGHT 2003 School Science and Mathematics Association, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information) Copyright

Few would argue with the position that teachers ought to know their subject matter to teach it effectively. Indeed, "ought" is not strong enough. Teachers must know what they are trying to teach. Of course, students often learn the unintended, and what is unintended is not necessarily incorrect or undesirable. However, if we continue to hold the view that teaching is a purposeful act, it seems clear that teachers must have adequate understanding of the subject matter they are trying to teach.

Over the years, many have misinterpreted this position to mean that ...

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