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Loney, Emily – Hunt Institute, 2014
Innovation and ingenuity have long been hallmarks of the U.S.' economy. Our competitive strength is built on the legacy of great innovators--from Alexander Graham Bell and Lewis Latimer to the Wright brothers and Steve Jobs. The U.S. has prized its status as a leader in developing creative thinkers and entrepreneurs, but by many estimates, it is…
Descriptors: Science Education, Science Achievement, Science Course Improvement Projects, Context Effect
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Lawrence, Liz – Education in Science, 2010
In this article, the author talks about Primary Science Committee's (PSC) joint meeting with members of the Scottish Primary Group in Edinburgh. The remit of the group is to advise on primary matters, develop primary aspects of Scottish Region's Annual Conference and run primary-focused continuing professional development (CPD) events as part of…
Descriptors: Conferences (Gatherings), Professional Associations, Foreign Countries, Advisory Committees
McGraner, Kristin L.; VanDerHeyden, Amanda; Holdheide, Lynn – National Comprehensive Center for Teacher Quality, 2011
This innovation configuration offers a set of quantifiable indicators of instructional excellence in mathematics. These indicators are related to improved achievement in mathematics and can be used to improve teacher competencies. The innovation configuration is offered as a means of evaluating and aligning teacher preparation and professional…
Descriptors: Mathematics Achievement, Evidence, Mathematics Instruction, Teacher Competencies
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Millar, Robin – School Science Review, 2010
This article discusses the findings of a survey of centres using the "Twenty First Century Science" suite of GCSE courses, focusing on the impact of its introduction on the number of students beginning AS-level courses in the sciences. The data indicate increases of 24% to 38% in the numbers beginning AS-level courses in the three main…
Descriptors: Enrollment Rate, Science Interests, Student Participation, Science Education