NOTICE: The project that is the subject of this report was approved by the Governing Board of the National Research Council, whose members are drawn from the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the Institute of Medicine. The members of the committee responsible for the report were chosen for their special competences and with regard for appropriate balance.
This report has been reviewed in draft form by individuals chosen for their diverse perspectives and technical expertise, in accordance with procedures approved by the NRC’s Report Review Committee. The purpose of this independent review is to provide candid and critical comments that will assist the institution in making the published report as sound as possible and to ensure that the report meets institutional standards for objectivity, evidence, and responsiveness to the study charge. The review comments and draft manuscript remain confidential to protect the integrity of the deliberative process. We wish to thank the following individuals for their participation in the review of this report:
Bonnie Brunkhorst, Department of Science, Math and Technology Education, Department of Geological Sciences, California State University, San Bernardino
Sharon Brusic, Technology Education Program, Virginia Tech University
Sam Florman, Kreisler Borg Florman Construction Company, Scarsdale, New York
Peter H.Raven, Missouri Botanical Garden
Bert K.Waits, Department of Mathematics, The Ohio State University
Thomas Wright, Center for Implementing Technology Education, Department of Industry and Technology, Ball State University
While the individuals listed above have provided constructive comments and suggestions, it must be emphasized that responsibility for the final content of this report rests entirely with the authoring committee and the institution.
Support for this project was provided by the National Science Foundation (under grant no. ESI-9626809). Any opinions, findings, or recommendations expressed in this report are those of the members of the committee and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.
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International Technology Education Association (ITEA) Standards Review Committee
William A.Wulf (Chair),
National Academy of Engineering
Karin Borgh,
BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute, Madison, Wisconsin
Rodger Bybee,
Biological Sciences Curriculum Study, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Elsa Garmire,
Thayer School of Engineering, Dartmouth College
James Rutherford,
American Association for the Advancement of Science
