In science class they must be given a chance to reexamine, rethink, and reconceptualize their experience from the point of view of science. We want them to rethink their picture of the world so that they are able to view the world with science as their frame of reference. This does not mean extinguishing other points of view. Scientifically literate people understand how science works and how science interprets events. Scientifically literate people do not think that science is the only mode of explanation.
Science is one context for examining themselves, their ideas, and their lives.
Active participation must be at the core of science learning. Through such activity comes the broad view of science as defined by the seven Dimensions of Scientific Literacy. When activities are analyzed, we find that they are always multi-Dimensional, and most can be adapted to develop understanding of all seven Dimensions. The factors of scientific literacy are the primary foundational objectives for the K-12 science curriculum . Students who understand these factors understand how science works, and these factors are best developed through activities.