Evidence

Numeracy is a foundation skill in the scientific process. So acquisition and ability to apply these skills is necessary for success in Science. Because of their ubiquitious use in science, graphical representation presents a particular set of issues within the topic of numeracy.

The references below cite studies which have investigated this issue in the UK.

Call for further evidence:

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)

Numeracy in science

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1) Entrepreneurship Education - A Guide for Educators

Authors: Entrepreneurship 2020 Unit, Directorate-General for Enterprise and Industry, European Commission     Date: 2014

Aim(s):

This guide aims to showcase a selection of examples of inspiring practice featured in two EU events that shared practice in Entrepreneurship Education. It suggests key enablers and success factors.    

What is Visual Literacy?

There is no agreed single definition of visual literacy. The selection of citations below show both the diversity and the commonalities within the concept.

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