Modern Insight into
Past and Present  Influences

Now that we know what science literacy is and the ways that individuals feel connected to it, let's examine how science literacy evolved to where it is today. By hovering over the Influential Contexts tab, you will have the option to click on three different pages- each of which providing a viewpoint on how that area has affected modern science literacy. Educational, societal + cultural, and political influences will be considered and discussed. 

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The purpose of this discussion is to examine the potential factors that have either contributed to improved science literacy, or have hindered science literacy progress and growth in America. Sources for all information can be found on the Publications and References tab on the header of the website. All statistics come from Pew Research Center to keep consistencies in the method of data measurement. 

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