Science Teaching in Schools

http://www.parliament.uk/parliamentary_committees/lords_s_t_select/teaching.cfm

In 2006, the Select Committe on Science and Technology began a short inquiry to examine science teaching in schools. The investigation followed on from previous Select Committee inquiries. In particular, the Science and Society report of February 2000, and the report Science in Schools of March 2001.

The Society presented evidence to this inquiry. The evidence highlighted the importance of statistics in the curriculum, as a vital support for scientific and other disciplines and as a key subject in its own right. The evidence further highlighted the need for good professional development of teachers, both initial and continuing.

Evidence submitted (PDF40 KB)