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ERIC Number: EJ576471
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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ISSN: ISSN-0161-4681
A Commentary on the Profound Changes Envisioned by the National Science Standards.
Wright, John C.; Wright, Carol S.
Teachers College Record, v100 n1 p122-43 Fall 1998
Examines the national standards for science education, noting they do not specify how to reach the goal of all students attaining scientific literacy. Presents what must be done to implement the standards successfully, discussing the size of systemic reform standards, ways to achieve scientific literacy, impediments to change, the need for professional development, and colleges' roles. (SM)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, College Role, Elementary Secondary Education, Faculty Development, Higher Education, National Standards, Science Curriculum, Science Education, Scientific Literacy
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: National Science Education Standards
Note: For related articles see SP 527 189-194.