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The Future Scientists of America Foundation

JUN 01, 1955

DOI: 10.1063/1.3062042

John H. Woodburn

Established three years ago by the National Science Teachers Association, the Foundation has accumulated experience in trying to do what industry, professional societies, and science teachers suggest might improve science teaching. In addition, the strengths and weaknesses in the Foundation’s design are becoming clarified. Consider the program first.

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John H. Woodburn. National Science Teachers Association, National Education Association, 1201 Sixteenth St., N.W., Washington 6. D.C..

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Volume 8, Number 6

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