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| Borowiec, Jonathan B., James,… | 1 |
| Koker, Mark | 1 |
| Kratz, Robert N. | 1 |
| Ogens, Eva M. | 1 |
| Riechard, Donald E. | 1 |
| Wiley, David A. | 1 |
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| Opinion Papers | 3 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 3 |
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Peer reviewedOgens, Eva M.; Koker, Mark – Clearing House, 1995
Argues that school science programs should develop scientifically literate individuals who understand how science, technology, and society influence one another and who can make informed decisions. Describes the Science Education for Public Understanding Program (SEPUP), a diverse educational program used by students across the United States that…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Program Descriptions, Science and Society, Science Education
Peer reviewedRiechard, Donald E. – Clearing House, 1994
Discusses three recent attempts to establish national science-education standards: "Project 2061: Science for All Americans"; the National Research Council's national standards for curriculum, teaching, and assessment; and the Goals 2000: Educate America Act. Suggests that such reform movements could provide useful direction to local…
Descriptors: Curriculum Evaluation, Educational Assessment, Educational Change, National Programs
Peer reviewedKratz, Robert N. – Clearing House, 1969
Descriptors: Learning Experience, Planetariums, Science Education, Science Facilities
Peer reviewedWiley, David A. – Clearing House, 1987
Addresses the fact that a very small number of programs in science education were identified as outstanding in the field by the National Science Teachers Association. (NKA)
Descriptors: Creative Teaching, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Innovation, Science Education
Peer reviewedBorowiec, Jonathan B., James, Robert K. – Clearing House, 2000
Argues that NASA's 20-year research effort which will culminate with a manned flight to Mars is an opportunity to involve students in the science of that effort. Describes the National Space Biomedical Research Institute (NSBRI) Teacher Academy Program, a program designed to reach science teachers so that they can prepare their students to…
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Faculty Development, Higher Education, Science Education
