Sentences with phrase «basic science skills»

Reviewing other people's manuscripts may also help you improve your own writing and basic science skills.

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«Their basic thought is robotics and A.I. are going to weave their way into more and more skills that used to be human skills,» says Lee Rainie, Pew's director of internet, science, and technology research.

Entrepreneurs can learn more about popular topics like data science and machine learning or study basic business skills.

Because beyond his typically bombastic proclamation that «it's already too late» for most women to become programmers is a much more important message: Computer science ought to be a basic part of school curriculum, giving both male and female students early exposure to an increasingly important skill set in today's economy.

These conditions can be largely met if technology is built primarily on natural human and renewable local resources, if it can be linked to traditional skills, crafts and techniques, and if it is geared to production that will meet the basic needs of the poor» (Faith Science and the Future.

Held primarily in the summer, in the Paulding & Company kitchen in Emeryville, the camps offer diverse training in everything from basic cooking skills to specialized cuisines, to kitchen science and more.

The volume and measuring activities are perfect for practicing basic science and math skills while having fun.

She must learn basic skills including math, science, English, and history.

Speaking today, CIA Chief Executive, Stephen Elliott said: «We are pleased to see investment in our skills and technological future through the establishment of more university technical colleges, support for basic science and apprenticeships, as well as the below average cut of 6 % to the Department of Business Innovation and Skill's (BIS) budget».

The courses taught at the primary or basic school level include English, Ghanaian language and culture, mathematics, environmental studies, social studies, Mandarin and French as an OIF associated - member; as further languages are added, [166] integrated or general science, pre-vocational skills and pre-technical skills, religious and moral education, and physical activities such as Ghanaian music and dance, and physical education.

Instead, McHale says he looks for candidates at any degree level with a strong background in the fundamentals of science and engineering — especially basic physics — interpersonal skills, «broad industrial experience, and a proven track record of being able to apply their fundamental knowledge to improve a business.»

To succeed as a clinician - researcher, a physician - scientist uses his or her mastery of both clinical practice and basic science research in parallel, often drawing on both skill sets to find advances in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human disease.

Yet, in many ways, academic science study — especially when it's complemented with work in an industrial setting — provides excellent preparation in the basic skills you need to practice — and to teach — enterprise in a scientific context.

Although juggling all of these issues can be demanding and at times stressful (such as during the recent highly publicized temporary suspension of clinical research on our campus), working in a clinical environment has allowed me to develop my interpersonal and communication skills to a level that I never would have achieved in a purely basic science setting.

Understanding the need for invention, the knowledge that invention helps to create and the dual and complementary roles of invention and innovation for 21st century public problem solving is critical — every aspect of our problem solving requirements must be considered and acted upon including talent creation; the skill - set, aspirations and inspiration from our inventors; science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) basic research; and the innovation ecosystem.

In addition, it is also necessary for students to develop basic math and science skills.

In its twenty years of operation, the NRSA program has made it possible for many thousands of talented individuals in the basic biomedical, behavioral, and clinical sciences to sharpen their research skills and to apply those skills to topics of special concern to the nation, such as aging, hypertension, the genetic basis of disease, acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), cancer, environmental toxicology, nutrition and health, and substance abuse.

As NGS methods are expected to become pervasive from basic science to personalized medicine there is an urgent need for highly skilled young scientists trained in both computational biology and experimental wet lab biology.

We provide in - person and web - based education and resources for teachers, students, and the general public — all designed to improve science teaching and learning, while promoting science skills and literacy, and general understanding of clinical and basic biomedical research.

He came to the United States in 1972 to join what was, at the time, a most renowned pathology faculty at Boston City Hospital and Boston University, where he was honored for his teaching and research skills in both the basic and clinical sciences.

The Public Information Committee (PIC) is the public outreach arm of the Society, seeking to promote basic cell research to the widest possible audience and to help ASCB members polish their skills in science communication.

The 300 Hour Yoga program at Rishikul Yogshala is designed with the purpose of helping basic - mid level yogis, practicing individuals, and 200 Hour Yoga teachers further enhance their skills and expertise of the science.

She has succeeded, notes Khalil - Naji - Otto, «because she mastered the basic math, science, and writing skills that enable her to compose business letters, do basic accounting, create an exciting portfolio,» and, as her class is now seeing, communicate a profound understanding of the science of colors.

It may be that attending a school that employs them enhances those basic cognitive skills — such as processing speed, working memory, and reasoning — that research in psychological science has shown contribute to success in the classroom and later in life.

As a close look at the data from PISA reveals, the income gap in the United States does not explain the inability of our schools to teach our students basic math, science and reading skills.

The only way to do well on these tests is to teach students well — and not just basic skills, but a well - rounded curriculum that includes art and music, history and science, geography and literature.

Commenting on more academic skills, Fox and Geddes say basic science concepts can be explored through play - based inquiry and the foundations for more formal literacy and language learning can be laid by adults immersing youngsters in meaningful conversations and taking the time to listen carefully and respond.

Over the course of this grant, FOI: (1) is producing professional development materials to help staff representing multiple state agencies better understand the basic science of child development generally and the promotion of executive function and self - regulation skills more specifically; (2) is supporting the creation of small learning communities, building on existing relationships at the site and policy level and connecting to other learning communities across North America; (3) is supporting the Washington cross-agency working group to sustain its current gains and momentum during the upcoming executive branch transition in January and to share lessons learned with the broader national FOI community of states and Canadian provinces; and (4) is beginning conversations with stakeholders at the community level to explore mutual interests and is beginning to chart a path toward enhanced collaboration within the state.

These fun, comprehensive, and easy - to - use activities focus entirely on building basic skills and cover the following subject areas: reading, writing, language, creative and critical thinking, science, social studies, and more!

The fun, comprehensive and easy - to - use activities focus entirely on building basic skills and cover the following subject areas: reading, writing, language, creative, critical thinking, science, social studies, and more!

NCLB only holds schools accountable for basic skills like math and reading rather than important skills like citizenship, responsibility, developing character, science, history, and appreciation for the arts to name a few.

In a study I undertook in 1989, I found that 12 percent of the elementary and middle school magnet programs in my sample specialized in basic skills and / or individualized teaching; 11 percent offered foreign language immersion; 11 percent were science -, math -, or computer - oriented; 10 percent catered to the gifted and talented and 10 percent to the creative and performing arts; 8 percent were traditional, back - to - basics programs (demanding, for instance, dress codes and contracts with parents for supervision of homework); 7 percent were college preparatory; 7 percent were early childhood and Montessori.

«The most effective response to today's findings is focusing on what works across mathematics, reading and science — high - quality leaders teaching an engaging curriculum which delivers strong basic skills, attitudes and behaviours that can equip young people to succeed.

The Coalition for a Digital Economy (COADEC) found that three major skills are likely to be in high demand in the future, which are: software development, advanced science, technology, engineering and mathematics skills (STEM), and basic skills in English and maths.

According to new findings in a report published by the Commons Science and Technology Committee, 12.6 million adults lack basic digital skills, while 5.8 million have never used the internet at all.

«Not only are basic coding skills good for preparing kids for the workplace of tomorrow, they can also help to engage students in lessons across the curriculum, including everything from science to art.»

Finland has a national curriculum, which is not restricted to the basic skills of reading and math, but includes the arts, sciences, history, foreign languages, and other subjects that are essential to a good, rounded education.

Every state needs a coherent set of challenging academic standards and curricular guidelines, subject by subject and grade by grade, standards that are not confined to basic skills and the «3 R's» but that incorporate such other vital studies as history, science, geography, civics, and literature.

These exams usually test basic skills in English and mathematics, rarely testing students» knowledge of science, history, or other subjects.

An educated person in the 21st century has a strong foundation in basic reading, writing, science, social studies, and computational skills.

This curriculum has an emphasis on basic skills and core subject matter in English language arts, mathematics, social studies and science, the arts, and a comprehensive support program that promotes healthy youth development, including preparing the students to apply their knowledge and skills for the benefit of the community and environment.

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Yes, it tests students in key subjects — reading, mathematics, and science — but PISA goes beyond the basics to test students» abilities to apply their knowledge and skills to real - life situations, and analyze, reason, and communicate effectively as they work to solve problems.

As a result of this project - based work, educators have the chance to not only teach kindergartners basic skills in math, reading and science, but to also present the opportunities to apply those skills in real - world settings.

These programs reinforce and under gird the basic skill subjects: Math, Science, Language Arts, and History at all grade levels.

Too many pupils lack basic skills in science, maths and reading and too few pupils work at the highest levels in these subjects.

There will always be a need for basic academic skills such as reading, comprehension, mathematics, science and language arts.

A Los Angeles book launch event on Dec. 2 featured four Teach Plus Teaching Policy Fellows and contributing writers: Sujata Bhatt, founder of the Incubator School; Kyle Hunsberger, a mathematics teacher at Johnnie L. Cochrain, Jr., Middle School who developed and successfully implemented a 6th - grade basic - skills intervention program; Jeannette Marrone, a founding teacher at Environmental Science and Technology High School; and Stephanie Widmer, a Teach for America Learning Team Leader and humanities teacher at Camino Nuevo Charter Academy.

Findings revealed that top - performing nations share a dedication to providing their students with a comprehensive education across the liberal arts and sciences, whereas U.S. students spend countless hours preparing to take tests of their basic reading and math skills.

«The most effective response to today's findings is focusing on what works across reading, mathematics and science - high - quality school leadership and great teachers delivering an engaging curriculum which includes strong basic skills, attitudes and behaviours that can equip young people to succeed,» he said.