Sentences with phrase «quality of science education»

Founded in 1958 by a group of scientists concerned about the poor quality of science education in the public schools, the BSCS published a set of...

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«Technology now gives us the means to extend the reach of high quality education around the world and to provide millions of people with access to learning and opportunities for advancement,» Levin, who also serves on President Obama's Council of Advisors for Science and Technology, said in a statement.

Having met several products of Wheaton College's educational programs... I would say the religious aspect definitely hurts the quality of education they receive, especially those who are interested in continuing to graduate school in math and science.

The modern sciences of genetics and ecology have clearly provided empirical grounds for rejecting these traditional race concepts and for recognizing the fundamental role of education in the creation of human personality — especially in respect to qualities that are so manifestly reflections of cultural patterns.

The Nature Museum's education department continues to honor the longstanding history and traditions of The Chicago Academy of Sciences by providing science and nature education of the highest quality.

Guest speaker at the 4 - 7 p.m. gathering will be Anita Walker, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency that promotes excellence, access, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences across the Commonwealth to improve the quality of life for all Massachusetts residents.

The second results area (Pillar 2) focuses on improving the quality of education in 125 selected low - performing SHS through: (i) strengthened school management and accountability; (ii) improved mathematics and science teaching and learning; (iii) expanded information, communication technology and internet connectivity in schools; and (iv) the implementation of school performance partnership plans.

The broad sector policy thrust for Education is Sustainable and Efficient Management of Education Service Delivery with focus on teacher development and accountability; improved Quality of Teaching and Learning at all Levels, inclusive and Equitable Access at all Levels, skills Development and Training for Employability through Quality TVET and strengthened Mathematics, Science, ICT and Technology Education.

In confronting the question of the quality of education that will prepare the young population of Africa for the life of the 21st century, he indicated that it is only a greater focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, which will guarantee the future of the continent.

Howie and Brian believe, as we do, that NYC kids deserve a quality education, including smaller classes and plenty of art, music and science.

This led to a years - long effort that Wyndham spearheaded in which AAAS established 17 multidisciplinary organizations seeking to outline ways scientific organizations, across disciplines, could consistently deliver quality education in the field of science, technology, engineering and medicine and boost the diversity of those participating in the field.

With support from the National Science Foundation, Project 2061 has developed an online bank of high - quality test items and related assessment resources for use in middle and early high school science (http / / assessment.aaas.org), and a grant from the U.S. Department of Education is funding the development of assessment instruments for evaluating students» understanding of energy concepts from elementary through high Science Foundation, Project 2061 has developed an online bank of high - quality test items and related assessment resources for use in middle and early high school science (http / / assessment.aaas.org), and a grant from the U.S. Department of Education is funding the development of assessment instruments for evaluating students» understanding of energy concepts from elementary through high science (http / / assessment.aaas.org), and a grant from the U.S. Department of Education is funding the development of assessment instruments for evaluating students» understanding of energy concepts from elementary through high school.

Boylan said adopting such an approach addresses the two central challenges at the focus of National Science Foundation funding: the need to improve the quality of STEM education and expand access to STEM across groups.

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HRD works to enhance the quality and excellence of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education and research through broadening participation of underrepresented groups (women, minorities, and persons with disabilities).

One important benefit of SpelBots has been to raise the profile of Spelman computer science and the quality of education available at Spelman, says sophomore team member Katrina Lyles.

Their analysis suggests that «from the perspective of US science education and innovation policy, visa restrictions for foreign students should not be applied uniformly or on the basis of financial means; they ought to account for student - quality differences.»

Science and Engineering Indicators is the most comprehensive source of high - quality federal data on a wide range of topics that include trends in global R&D investments and knowledge - intensive production, K - 12 and postsecondary STEM education, workforce trends and composition, state level comparisons, and public attitudes and understanding of science and related Science and Engineering Indicators is the most comprehensive source of high - quality federal data on a wide range of topics that include trends in global R&D investments and knowledge - intensive production, K - 12 and postsecondary STEM education, workforce trends and composition, state level comparisons, and public attitudes and understanding of science and related science and related issues.

Into the Eye of the Storm: Assessing the Evidence on Science and Engineering Education, Quality, and Workforce Demand, released in October by the Urban Institute (UI), a policy - research organization in Washington, D.C., retains the U.S. National Academy of Sciences» report's meteorological metaphor but rejects its analysis and conclusions.

ASCPT did so with regret: «To discount legitimate and high - quality science and not offer it as part of [continuing education] because it originates from industry is a scary proposition with the potential of disastrous long - term consequences.

«We are looking to carve out a special niche amongst universities in Ontario,» says William Smith, dean of the faculty of science, «From the get - go we have been about combining advanced teaching technologies with an innovative interdisciplinary approach to both education and high - quality research.»

«I've looked at how to improve the quality of K - 12 teachers,» says Wieman, who also chairs the Board on Science Education for the U.S. National Academies, «and I think that we have to fix the universities first.

Although the directorate would receive a boost of only 4 %, to $ 911 million, several programs aimed at increasing the quality of U.S. science education are being revamped.

Family and social problems, lack of community support, poor access to quality education, relocation from their communities, and a shortage of science and technology role models are just some of the problems that youth living on reserves have to deal with, says Mervin Dewasha, founder, president, and treasurer of CASEA.

clinical practice, science, and excellence of molecular and genomic laboratory medicine through education, innovation, and advocacy to enable highest quality health care.

In order to raise awareness about the importance of plants and bring them into the limelight in science education, it is important that teachers are provided with high quality, engaging activities that complement their curriculum and align with state and national standards.

Especially seeks to improve the quality and expand the scope of research and research training in science and engineering, by supporting proposals for shared instrumentation that fosters the integration of research and education in research - intensive learning environments.

About NSU's Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography: The college provides high - quality undergraduate (bachelor's degree) and graduate (master's and doctoral degrees and certificates) education programs in a broad range of disciplines, including marine sciences, mathematics, biophysics, and chemistry.

The NSF's Science and Technology Center (STC) program supports integrative partnerships that require large - scale, long - term funding to produce research and education of the highest quality.

An online resource centre with high quality tools for science educators The resource centre was based on the collaboration of two universities and two Ministries of Education.

Since 1965, Battelle has invested more than $ 27 million to improve science, education and quality of life in the Tri-Cities, Wash. community

Founded in 1985 to meet the tremendous demand for a credible distance learning program in nutrition, Huntington University of Health Sciences continues to enrich lives by offering convenient and affordable quality online education programs in integrative nutrition and health science, optimizing the professional and personal potential of our students.

The mission of Huntington University of Health Sciences is to enrich lives by offering convenient and affordable quality distance education programs in integrative nutrition and health science, optimizing the professional and personal potential of our students.

«T he mission of Huntington University of Health Sciences is to enrich lives by offering convenient and affordable quality distance education programs in integrative nutrition and health science, optimizing the profe ssional and personal potential of our students.»

Julie specializes in marrying the client's story with science focusing on education, culture and scientific analysis (functional labs, ordering labs, nutrition and lifestyle analysis) in order to get to the root of chronic disease processes and symptoms focused on quality prevention.

Explore key learnings from the science of child development to improve the quality of early education, shape the ongoing work of program leaders, and recognize how relationships impact early learning.

Part of Prof Chubb's report focuses on supporting high - quality Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education and training.

Equally important are school / university partnerships and the coming together of like - minded researchers and classroom teachers who recognize the fertile opportunity to research, measure, and disseminate findings in Mind, Brain, and Education Science to enhance teacher quality, student achievement, and professional satisfaction.

For older education researchers, all calls to conduct formal experiments probably have a «déjà vu» quality, reminding them of a battle they thought they had won long ago — the battle against a «positivist» view of science that privileges the randomized experiment and its related research and development model whose origins lie in agriculture, health, public health, marketing, or even studies of the military.

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A Department for Education spokesman said: «We are also investing millions to raise the quality of teaching in languages and science through initiatives like the Science Learning Partnership, which benefited more than 2,600 primary schools last yearscience through initiatives like the Science Learning Partnership, which benefited more than 2,600 primary schools last yearScience Learning Partnership, which benefited more than 2,600 primary schools last year alone.

The studies range from large - scale assessments (National Assessment of Educational Progress [NAEP] and Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study [TIMSS]-RRB-, to evaluations of specific interventions (class - size reduction and vouchers), to commission reports (National Reading Panel, National Commission on Teaching and America's Future), to data analyses (Education Trust on teacher quality, Jay Greene on graduation rates).

While the Committee of Ten did suggest different programs of study for high schools (for example, programs specializing in classical languages, science and mathematics, or modern languages) and introduced the concept of electives to American high schools, its guiding principle was that all students should receive the same high - quality liberal arts education.

On behalf of the Government we will be working closely with AfricanBrains to ensure an event of the quality that is the continent's largest annual gathering of ministers for education, higher education, ICT and science & technology.»

Improving Indicators of the Quality of Science and Mathematics Education in Grades K - 12 (National Academy Press, 1988)(co-editor with Senta Raizen).

The mission of Toshiba America Foundation is to promote quality science and mathematics education in U.S. schools.

they discuss disparities in access to quality early education and the brain science and economic benefits of ensuring it's available for all children.

The six booklets — on the arts, English, foreign language, mathematics, science, and social studies — are part of the board's ongoing «Educational EQuality Project,» a 10 - year program begun in 1981 with the aim of both strengthening the academic quality of secondary education and ensuring that all high - school students have «equality of opportunity» for higher education, College Board officials say.

As federal officials weigh proposals to improve the quality of mathematics and science education, a new report highlights state - led efforts to recruit new teachers into those subject areas and boost their skills through professional development programs.

John T. Bruer, president, the James S. McDonnell Foundation, St. Louis, Mo., has received the 1993 Quality Education Standards Award from the American Federation of Teachers, in recognition of his recent book, Schools for Thought: A Science of Learning in the Classroom.