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Science and Mathematics Education

Wayne State University Dissertations

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2014

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An Exploration Of Middle School Science Teachers' Understandings And Teaching Practice Of Science As Inquiry, Margaret Ann Castle Jan 2014

An Exploration Of Middle School Science Teachers' Understandings And Teaching Practice Of Science As Inquiry, Margaret Ann Castle

Wayne State University Dissertations

A number of reports have raised a concern that the U.S. is not meeting the demands of 21st century skill preparation of students, teachers, and practitioners in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). In 2005 and 2006 five reports were released indicating a need for improvement in science and mathematics education in the U.S. The reports were: Keeping America Competitive: Five Strategies To Improve Mathematics and Science Education (Coble & Allen, 2005); National Defense Education and Innovation Initiative: Meeting America's Economic and Security Challenges in the 21st Century (The Association of American Universities, 2006); Rising Above the …