Descriptive Summary
National Research
Council
National Research Council
Collection
1989-1995
Materials are
written in English.
2004-164; 2005-025
3 in.
Dolph Briscoe Center for American
History, The University of Texas at
Austin
This collection contains
reports and press releases published by the National Research Council, through
various committees, as part of science and mathematics education reform
initiatives.
Administrative History
The National Research Council (NRC) was established in 1916 as part of
the National Academies in response to the nation's increased need for
scientific and technical services during World War I. It is now the principal
operating agency of both the National Academy of Science and the National
Academy of Engineering, carrying out most of the studies done in their names.
Research and governmental services are executed through the Council's extensive
committee structure, in which members serve without pay. Though the majority of
studies are performed at the request of government agencies, the National
Academies are private and receive no direct federal appropriations. Parties
independent of the institution must strictly review final reports, and the
review process must be deemed satisfactorily completed before any reports are
released to the public.
Source:
http://www.nationalacademies.org
Scope and Contents
This collection contains reports and press releases published by the
National Research Council, through various committees, as part of science and
mathematics education reform initiatives. Most reports also include
accompanying cover letters or other announcements that provide additional
context. This collection was compiled by Fred Burchsted, former archivist of
the Archives of American Mathematics.
Forms part of the Archives of American Mathematics.
Access Restrictions
Unrestricted access.
Use Restrictions
These papers are stored remotely at CDL . Advance notice required for retrieval. Contact repository for retrieval.
Preferred Citation
National Research Council Collection, 1989-1995, Archives of American
Mathematics, Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, University of Texas at Austin.
Index Terms
National Research Council (U.S.)
National Research Council (U.S.). Board on
Mathematical Sciences
National Research Council (U.S.).
Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Resources
National Research Council (U.S.).
Committee on the Mathematical Sciences in the Year 2000
National Research Council (U.S.).
Mathematical Sciences Education Board
National Research Council (U.S.). National
Committee for Science Education Standards and Assessment
Mathematics-Social Aspects
Mathematics-Study and teaching-United
States
Mathematics Education Reports
Detailed Description of the Papers
National Science Education Standards Project:
2004-164/1
Press Release, formation of National Education Standards
Project,
June 30, 1992
2004-164/1
Press Release, proposed working principles of the project,
September 15, 1992
2004-164/1
National Committee for Science Education Standards and
Assessment: "Discussion Document," [with cover letter],
1992
2004-164/1
"National Science Education Standards: A Sampler," [with
cover letter],
1992
2004-164/1
"National Science Education Standards: An Enhanced
Sampler," [with cover letter],
1993
2004-164/1
"National Science Education Standards: July '93 Progress
Report," [with cover letter],
1993
Reports:
2004-164/1
"Everybody Counts: A Report to the Nation on the Future of
Math Education," [with cover letter, clipping, and news conference
announcement],
1989
2004-164/1
"Making Mathematics Work for Minorities," [with cover
letter and national convocation announcement],
1990
2004-164/1
"Making Mathematics Work for Minorities, A compendium of
Program Proceedings, Professional Papers, and Action Plans,"
1990
2004-164/1
"A Challenge of Numbers: People in the Mathematical
Sciences," [with cover letter and publication announcement],
1990
2004-164/1
"Expectations for Mathematics Education from High School
through Career,"
1990
2004-164/1
"Renewing U. S. Mathematics: A Plan for the 1990s,"
1990
2004-164/1
"Counting on You: Actions Supporting Mathematics Teaching
Standards," [with cover letter],
1991
2004-164/1
"Mathematical Sciences, Technology, and Economic
Competitiveness,"
1991
2004-164/1
"Moving Beyond Myths: Revitalizing Undergraduate
Mathematics," [with cover letter and publication announcement],
1991
2004-164/1
"Educating Mathematical Scientists: Doctoral Study and the
Postdoctoral Experience in the United States,"
1992
2004-164/1
"Measuring Counts: A Conceptual Guide for Mathematics
Assessment,"
1993
2004-164/1
"Measuring Counts: A Policy Brief,"
1993
2004-164/1
"Measuring Up: Prototypes for Mathematics Assessment,"
[with cover letter],
1993
2004-164/1
"Beginning a Dialogue on the Changing Environment for the
Physical and Mathematical Sciences: Report of a Conference,"
1994
2004-164/1
"Mathematical Preparation of the Technical Work Force:
Report of a Workshop,"
1995
2004-164/1
Report of the Executive Director, Lynn Arthur Steen
May 1995
2004-164/1
"Mathematical Sciences Education Board Synthesis Report:
College and University Mathematics Faculty's Response to the National Science
Foundation Standards,"
undated
Press Releases:
2004-164/1
"MSEB Announces 25 Awards for Planning State Mathematics
Coalitions,"
November 20, 1989
2004-164/1
"Mathematics Activities Kit Now Available in Spanish,"
December 14, 1990
2004-164/1
"NSRC Introduces New Hands-On Elementary Science Program,"
February 26, 1991
2004-164/1
"Experts Discuss Potential of Minority Students for
Excellence in Mathematics, Science, and Engineering,"
May 18, 1992
2004-164/1
"New Report Shows Better Ways to Measure Math
Performance,"
November 25, 1992
2004-164/1
Book,
On the Shoulders of Giants: New Approaches to
Numeracy,
1990