Science NetLinks Review Criteria

Science NetLinks' resources support standards-based teaching and learning, and are reviewed by scientists and educators according to the following criteria:

• Does the resource contain credible science, mathematics, or technology (SMT) content from a credible source?
  
  
• Is the information accurate?
  
  
• Is the purpose clear?
  
  
• Is the material well organized?
  
  
• Are the processes of science clearly and accurately presented?
  
  
• Are the conclusions, if any, valid?
  
  
• Is the science content consistent with current scientific knowledge?
  
  
• Is science shown to be open to inquiry and free of dogma?
  
  
• Does the resource contain information that complements the SMT education curriculum as informed by research projects such as Project 2061 or the National Science Education Standards?
  
  
• Is the content compatible with the overall mission of the AAAS Directorate for Education and Human Resources?
  
  
• Is there sufficient SMT content to make the site a useful resource for teachers, parents, librarians, community science educators, or other stakeholders in SMT education?