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Science and Technology/Engineering

Science and Technology/Engineering is comprised of four strands; Chemistry, Biology, Technology and Engineering, and Introductory Physics. These involve a range of skills, habits of mind, and subject matter knowledge. The purpose of science and technology/engineering education in Massachusetts is to enable students to draw on these skills and habits, as well as on their subject matter knowledge.

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last updated: February 10, 2009
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