Engineering Journal: The Bridge
The Bridge, the journal of the National Academy of Engineering, features essays on engineering research, education, and practice; science and technology policy; and the roles of engineering in...
View ArticlePublication: Research on Informal Learning
The National Academies Press has published a several hundred-page paper called "Learning Science in Informal Environments: People, Places, and Pursuits" (2009). It explores the various facets of...
View ArticleRewrite of Science Standards Under Way
A committee of science, engineering, and education experts has completed the first of a two-step process to produce a framework for new science education standards. The final framework will serve as a...
View ArticleResource: Naval Astronomical Information Center
The Naval Oceanography Portal website maintains an Astronomical Information Center that contains a variety of informative resources. The directory features a glossary of terms, important definitions,...
View ArticleOn the Path to Stronger Math
Math teachers who want to refine their teaching methods might want to check out a new volume of articles that presents the latest research findings for improving math education. Published by the...
View ArticleAcademy: Too Soon for K-12 Engineering Standards
A National Academy of Engineering report says it’s not time to introduce a new set of K-12 engineering education standards. Given the importance of national technological development, however,...
View ArticleMost U.S. Students Not Proficient in Science
Scores released January 25 from the 2009 National Assessment of Educational Progress show that many U.S. students still struggle in science. Just 34 percent of fourth graders, 30 percent of eighth...
View ArticleNo Boundaries Competition (Updated)
The No Boundaries National Competition gives students the chance to learn about opportunities at NASA, explore careers in STEM, and win prizes that are out of this world. After completing the project...
View ArticleScience & Eng. Education Data Timeline
Science and Engineering Indicators, from the National Science Board, provides a broad base of quantitative information on the U.S. and international science and engineering enterprise. Its Education...
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