The quest for knowledge seems to be gaining value, as three times as many Americans now say science is the most valuable school subject than did so more than a decade ago, a new Gallup poll finds.
Science bumped out history for the third spot behind No. 1 math and No. 2 language arts (English, literature and reading) as the school subject that has been most valuable to Americans’ lives.
In 2002, 4% of respondents mentioned “science/physics/biology” as the most valuable subject, whereas 12% said the same in the new Gallup poll, conducted Aug. 7 through Aug. 11.
After history, in order of perceived value, came business/finance/accounting, social studies, psychology, economics and art/theater/music. Read more…
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