This report focuses on trends in science and mathematics education, in most cases between 1993 and 2000, but in some instances dating back to 1977 or 1985. Areas addressed include: teacher backgrounds and beliefs, teachers as professionals, science and mathematics courses, instructional objectives and activities, instructional resources, and factors affecting instruction.

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The National Survey of Science and Mathematics Education: Trends from 1977 to 2000

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Front matter (Table of Contents, Lists of Tables etc.)
Background and Purpose
Section One: Teacher Backgrounds and Beliefs
Section Two: Teachers as Professionals
Section Three: Science and Mathematics Classes
Section Four: Instructional Objectives and Activities
Section Five: Instructional Resources
Section Six: Factors Affecting Instruction
Conclusion

 
 
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