Transforming education into an evidence-based field depends in no small part on a strong base of scientific knowledge to inform educational policy and practice.

Researchers, historians, and philosophers of science have debated the nature of scientific research in education for more than 100 years. Recent enthusiasm for

Exploring one of the central themes in science education theory, this volume examines how science education can be considered as a scientific activity within a

Exploring one of the central themes in science education theory, this volume examines how science education can be considered as a scientific activity within a

Published to glowing praise in 1990, Science for All Americans defined the science-literate American--describing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes all studen