GLOBAL SCIENCE

This edition of Issues in Global Education is devoted to the topic of Global Science-how scientific investigation, discovery and application are Carried on across the globe. The globalization of the world as we know it has highlighted both what unites us and what major problems We must face and solve together as sharers of the earth, sea and sky. Science has made the former possible and holds the potential for helping to solve the latter. The universality of the scientific process has allowed progress to be made from around the globe. This issue leads off with an essay from the head of the White House office of Science and Technology describing the major efforts encouraged by the present administration to foster global cooperation in those two areas. This is followed by brief descriptions of some significant science/technology programs that encourage cross-cultural participation. These are followed by a listing of selected web sites of possible interest to teachers and students. Using the search mechanism and delineating specific areas such as "space," "earth science,"' "oceans,"' etc., students can find many other interactive and/or informative resources.

The White House

Dear Friends:
Recognizing that the American Forum for Global Education has spent 30 years helping young Americans understand the importance of global issues in their daily lives, I appreciate this opportunity to highlight a phenomenon that may affect and interest young people world-wide - that is, the globalization of science.

A Message to the American Forum for Global Education from the Office of Science and Technology Policy

INTRODUCTION
We appreciate this opportunity to discuss this Administration's views on science as a global undertaking, the national benefits of international scientific collaboration, and the Power of Information Technology (IT) in fostering the exchange of data and ideas across the world. We will also touch on ways in which the Federal government can help to prepare future generation to enter and contribute to the global scientific community. We must do this by not only strengthening K- 12 science education, but also by encouraging a greater diversity of students choosing to pursue science careers.

Science/Technology Programs That Encourage Cross-cultural Participation

THE SCIENCE OF GLOBAL WARMING
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Study global warming and climate change to learn math and science. Provide your students with an authentic global climate model they can use to help them understand their environment. Get educational software that can be used for days and weeks of exciting learning.

HOT SCIENCE PROJECTS ON THE INTERNET

The following are interactive web sites, though not necessarily "global" or "Cross-cultural" in nature.

TEACHING STRATEGY

SCIENCE ADVANCES THAT CHANGED OUR LIVES

INTRODUCTION

This lesson acts as a discussion starter to introduce students to the ways in which science/scientific discovery has affected-indeed, changed-our lives. The interconnections of scientific advances and culture are explored through a brief reading, a categorizing exercise, and class discussion. Throughout the exercise, students should be encouraged to examine their opinions for deeper insights.