> William T Goodall wrote > > Dr. Miller's data reveal some yawning gaps in basic knowledge. > American adults in general do not understand what molecules > are (other than that they are really small). Fewer than a > third can identify DNA as a key to heredity. Only about 10 > percent know what radiation is. One adult American in five > thinks the Sun revolves around the Earth, an idea science had > abandoned by the 17th century.
I was rereading this message and this reminded me of something that happened at my daughter's school. They were having a science day with the theme of astronomy. Parents would come in and give short prepared presentations in different classrooms as the kids would move from class to class. My wife volunteered and was given some information on eclipses. Part of it stated that while a solar eclipse occurred when the moon came between the Sun and the Earth, a lunar eclipse occurred when the Sun came between the Earth and the Moon. Even after she pointed it out to the teacher responsible for the materials, the teacher said it was correct. That was very scary. - jmh CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information or otherwise protected by law. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
