Project 2061. Science Literacy for a Changing Future: A Decade of Reform.

In June 1985, the American Association for the Advancement of Science launched a long-term effort to reform science, mathematics, and technology education for the 21st century. This effort, Project 2061, took into account all students, grades, and aspects of the K-12 education system and focused on science literacy rather than the more narrowly construed science disciplines. This booklet describes Project 2061 and documents its progress over the last decade. Contents include: (1) "A New Vision of Science Education"; (2) "Defining Science Literacy"; (3) "Help from School-District Teams"; (4) "Establishing Benchmarks; (5) Project 2061 and National Standards; (6) Rethinking the Curriculum"; (7) "Reforming the System"; (8) "Science Literacy for a Changing Future"; (9) "National Council on Science and Technology Education"; (10) "Project 2061 Staff"; and (11) "For Further Help." (JRH)