The document outlines several goals of physical science education, including to understand the nature and broad objectives of science, provide practical knowledge and an appreciation for how science has impacted modern life, stimulate independent study and invention, develop observation skills and the ability to solve problems, encourage reading about great scientists to learn concepts like accuracy and honesty, help students adjust to their society, maintain health and well-being, develop economic efficiency and a scientific attitude, and provide exploratory experiences and training to develop interests, attitudes, values and scientific methods.