Sec. 516. Assessing national K–12 science and engineering proficiency
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The National Science Board shall assess, for inclusion in the biennial report to the President and Congress under section 4(j) of the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 ( 42 U.S.C. 1863(j) ), potential metrics for evaluating science and engineering comprehension for grades K–12. In conducting its assessment, the National Science Board shall consider including metrics that— assess student understanding of science and engineering practices and their application to real-world situations; address student comprehension of core science and engineering principles; emphasize student engagement in and exposure to science and engineering practices; and measure student ability to develop and use science and engineering knowledge.
In conducting its assessment, the National Science Board shall consult Federal, State, local, and private sector experts and draw upon available studies relevant to science and engineering education and assessment. Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Science Board shall transmit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report detailing potential methodologies for assessing trends in national science and engineering proficiency for grades K–12.
At a minimum, the report shall include— a detailed list of recommended metrics for evaluating science and engineering proficiency; an assessment of any potential costs and challenges in assessing science and engineering proficiency nationally; and a recommendation on how best, if at all, to integrate the science and engineering proficiency metrics into the report required under section 4(j) of the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 ( 42 U.S.C. 1863(j) ).
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