ABSTRACT
The National Research Council (1996) and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (1993) call for scientific literacy for all. All students need knowledge of scientific concepts and inquiry practices required for personal decision making, participation in societal and cultural affairs, and economic productivity. Science education should support students’ development toward competent participation in a science infused world (McGinn & Roth, 1999). This type of participation should be obtainable for all students, not just those who are educated for scientific professions. Consequently, we are interested in supporting all students in learning scientific concepts and inquiry practices.
