| Description |
1 online resource (1 PDF file (68 pages)) : color illustrations. |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Series |
Consensus study report
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Consensus study report.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Contents |
Why better, more equitable science education should be a national priority -- A vision for better, more equitable science education -- How far are we from this vision for all students? -- How do we get there? -- Recommendations -- How can we learn from these efforts? -- In conclusion -- References -- For further reading -- Committee member biosketches -- Acknowledgments |
| Summary |
Scientific thinking and understanding are essential for all people navigating the world, not just for scientists and other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals. Knowledge of science and the practice of scientific thinking are essential components of a fully functioning democracy. Science is also crucial for the future STEM workforce and the pursuit of living wage jobs. Yet, science education is not the national priority it needs to be, and states and local communities are not yet delivering high quality, rigorous learning experiences in equal measure to all students from elementary school through higher education. Call to Action for Science Education: Building Opportunity for the Future articulates a vision for high quality science education, describes the gaps in opportunity that currently exist for many students, and outlines key priorities that need to be addressed in order to advance better, more equitable science education across grades K-16. This report makes recommendations for state and federal policy makers on ways to support equitable, productive pathways for all students to thrive and have opportunities to pursue careers that build on scientific skills and concepts. Call to Action for Science Education challenges the policy-making community at state and federal levels to acknowledge the importance of science, make science education a core national priority, and empower and give local communities the resources they must have to deliver a better, more equitable science education.--Publisher's website. |
| Funding |
This activity was supported by contracts between the National Academy of Sciences and Carnegie Corporation of New York (Award # G-21-58134) and the National Academy of Sciences W.K. Kellogg Foundation Fund. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or agency that provided support for the project. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Science -- Study and teaching (Elementary)
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Science -- Study and teaching (Elementary) |
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Science -- Study and teaching (Secondary)
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Science -- Study and teaching (Secondary) |
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Science -- Study and teaching (Middle school)
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Science -- Study and teaching (Middle school) |
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Next Generation Science Standards (Education)
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Next Generation Science Standards (Education) |
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Science -- Study and teaching (Primary)
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Science -- Study and teaching (Primary) |
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United States. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Honey, Margaret, editor.
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Schweingruber, Heidi A., editor.
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Brenner, Kerry, editor.
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Gonring, Phil, editor.
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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (U.S.). Committee on the Call to Action for Science Education, issuing body.
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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (U.S.). Board on Science Education, issuing body.
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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (U.S.). Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education, issuing body.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Call to action for science education. Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, 2021 0309477018 (OCoLC)1260819566 |
| ISBN |
9780309477291 (electronic book) |
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0309477298 (electronic book) |
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9780309477024 (electronic book) |
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0309477026 (electronic book) |
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0309477018 (paperback) |
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9780309477017 (paperback) |
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