Student‐centered methods like
inquiry learning, experiments with replicas, open‐ended discussions or role‐play
activities are far from being implemented widely. The EU funded project HIPST (History
and Philosophy in Science Teaching) aims at a contribution to close the gap between
curricular objectives and actual practice of science teaching. Ten partners from all over
Europe collaborate in order to develop and refine case studies for teaching and learning
with and about HPS. Project outcomes will provide an enriched basis for an effective
implementation of HPS.