March 1, 2006
Science Education in the 21 st Century
Virginia Shepherd, Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach and Professor of Pathology

The jobs of the future are going to require a basic understanding of principles of science and math. The challenge for all of us is to ensure that our children are scientifically and technologically prepared for this future. Where does the U.S. stand relative to the rest of the world in educating its children in science and math? What strategies are being developed at the national and local levels to elevate our students' scientific literacy? What impact are these programs having on achievement in science and choice of science as a career? Finally, what role should universities play in K-12 science education?

Reservations now being taken. Please respond by February 28th. Call 322-8585 or e-mail lunchbox@vanderbilt.edu

12 noon, program begins.

Series takes place at the Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. Map, Parking information

To help defray the cost of the luncheon series, donations will be accepted at the door. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Friends of the Public Library. Thank you.

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