Committee on Science Literacy and Public Board on Science Education Division of Behavioral and Social Scie
Science is a way of knowing about the world. At once a process, a product, and an institution, science enables people to both engage in the construction of new knowledge as well as use information to achieve desired ends. Access to sciencea "whether using knowledge or creating ita "necessitates some level of familiarity with the enterprise and practice of science: we refer to this as science literacy.
Science literacy is desirable not only for individuals, but also for the health and well- being of communities and society. More than just basic knowledge of science facts,...
Science is a way of knowing about the world. At once a process, a product, and an institution, science enables people to both engage in the constru...
National Academies of Sciences Engineeri Division of Behavioral and Social Scienc Board on Science Education
The term a oeservice-learninga generally refers to projects planned as components of academic coursework in which students use knowledge and skills taught in the course to address real needs in their communities. This kind of learning experience, which allows students to focus on critical, reflective thinking and civic responsibility, has become an increasingly popular component of undergraduate science education.
In April 2016, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine planned a workshop to explore the current and potential role of service-learning in...
The term a oeservice-learninga generally refers to projects planned as components of academic coursework in which students use knowledge and skills...