U.S. Education: Failing in Science?.

Raloff, J.

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Publication Date: 1988

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U.S. Education: Failing in Science?

Raloff, J.

Science News, v133 n11 p165-66 Mar 12 1988

Reviews the performance of U.S. students in science and mathematics achievement as compared to 17 other countries, as reported in two surveys released by the National Science Foundation. Discusses the results of a research study done by Iris Weiss. Points out deficiencies and trends in American science education. (CW)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Bulletins, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, International Education, National Surveys, Performance, Performance Tests, Research, Science Education, Secondary School Science

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Audience: Practitioners; Policymakers

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