Scientists See the World Differently

This informational text resource is intended to support reading in the content area. Pew Research Center surveyed scientists and the general public on 12 science oriented issues, including genetically modified foods, vaccines, nuclear power and evolution. Results of the survey showed large discrepancies between the thoughts, causes and recommendations on the issues of the scientists and the general public. Sample sizes and margins of errors are given on the survey results which are represented in percent form. The overall survey showed that the public and the scientists see the world very differently.

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Direct Link: http://tweentribune.com/article/tween56/scientists-see-world-differently-we-do/

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Subject(s): Mathematics, English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 9, 10

Intended Audience: Educators

Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes

Keywords: Statistics, margin of error, percentages, samples, population

Instructional Component Type(s): Text Resource

Resource Collection: General Collection

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