Numeracy in science

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Numeracy in science
Evidence
Common problems
Contextual issues
Pedagogical interventions
Case studies
Graphs and science students
16-17 year olds in science lessons
The AKSIS Project
Reasons for lack of success
Liaising with the Maths Department
Strength of evidence
Transferability
Areas for further research

Numeracy in science

Problem:

Less than 20% of 21-year-olds have greater than foundation level numeracy skills. (Basic Skills Agency Research for UK government)

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