Brief on Four Years of Science Graduation Requirement

ORAL

Abstract

This session will summarize the latest news on the State Board of Education's new policy on requiring four years of science for students entering high school in 2007 and graduating on the Recommended or Distinguished Achievement plans. Implications for curriculum alignment, course offerings, and teacher training will be discussed. A high school round table discussion on these issues will also be offered at a separate time during the TSAAPT meeting.

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Authors

  • Kevin Boos

    Angelo State University, Texas State University, San Marcos, SEMATECH, Texas State University, University of Texas at Brownsville, Abilene Christian University, Texas Tech University, University of Texas at Austin, Maypearl High School, Birdville ISD, South Texas Chapter, Health Physics Society, Sam Houston State University, NASA Johnson Space Center, Dept. of Physics, U. de Buenos Aires, Argentina, Dept.of Physics, ESFM-IPN, Mexico City, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Rutgers University, Texas A\&M University, Istanbul University, University of North Texas, University of Texas at El Paso, Texas Christian University, Lee College, Southern University and A\&M College, Austin Community College, Rapoport Academy, Texas A\&M University, Kingsville, The University of Texas at Arlington, Tyler Junior College, Tarleton State University, Tolar High School, Granbury High School, Lake Highlands High School