Much of the foundation for curriculum renewal in Saskatchewan schools is based on the Directions reports of the 1980s. The excitement surrounding the recommendations for Core Curriculum developments will continue to build as curricula are implemented to prepare students for the 21st century.
Science is one of the Required Areas of Study. It incorporates the Common Essential Learnings, the Adaptive Dimension, and other initiatives related to Core Curriculum. To make the appropriate connections from the Directions philosophy to the science classroom, a number of documents have been produced.
As we strive to achieve the goal of scientific literacy in Saskatchewan schools, mush collaboration and cooperation among individuals and groups will be required. Science teachers, as a key part of the change process, must build on the best and prepare for the future. Others must provide support to enable this to happen.