What better way to learn science than through hands-on, real-life experiences and demonstrations? That is the concept behind the Science Curriculum Enhancement Project being piloted by SEC in collaboration with the Sarasota County School Board.

The program is designed to give on-level 9th grade students the opportunity to experience science in their own community, making it relevant to their lives by connecting textbook science concepts to real-world applications, including career paths. To accomplish this, students engage in inquiry-based activities, lessons, and interaction with science professionals both in the classroom and on a series of field trips.

Evaluation is an integral part of the Science Curriculum Enhancement Program. In general, research over the last 30 years indicates that field trips have a positive impact on students, in both cognitive as well as affective terms. Most of that research focuses on grades K-8. The on-going evaluation being conducted for this project is significant in that it examines the impact of field trips on high school students.

Lesson Plans

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Program Report

SEC Evaluation Report
Pilot Year 1 Report8_03_07