Category: S

The phenomenon where by an organism shows the effects of learning that took place in a special condition, better than in the ordinary condition in which learning usually occurs.  

A unit within state government that governs the operation of public and private schools of the state and ensures compliance with state and federal education laws.  

An examination administered by a State Board of Examiners as required for state licensure in a medical, dental, paramedical, or other profession requiring a license or certificate to practice.  

A means by which to link a variety of diverse databases used by state health departments for purposes such as mandatory registration of vital events or municipal water testing.  

Funding provided to school districts out of tax revenue raised by the state.  

An expression used in hospitals or other health care facilities to indicate urgency.  

A sudden, involuntary motor reaction to unexpected stimuli as a result of a state of hypersensitivity.  

In studies of social status, those children who are high in both social preference and social impact.  

A legal doctrine whereby prior decision of courts are followed under similar fact.  

The primary enzyme concerned in starch synthesis in plants.