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Direct linkSt. John, Mark; Hirabayashi, Judy; Helms, Jenifer V.; Tambe, Pam – Inverness Research Associates, 2006
This Evaluation Brief examines the BSCS approach to improving secondary science education, and illuminates some of the lessons learned from its five years of work with districts across the nation. It highlights selected findings from the full study report and discusses the broader implications for the field. Specifically, this Brief examines the…
Descriptors: Leadership, Science Education, High Schools, Secondary School Science
Download full textMechling, Kenneth R.; Oliver, Donna L. – 1983
This handbook is designed to assist elementary school principals in improving and maintaining quality science education programs, while strengthening their role as science curriculum leaders. The handbook can be used as a resource for disseminators as they prepare for meetings with principals' groups and as a reference that can be used by…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Mechling, Kenneth R.; Oliver, Donna L. – 1983
Several research studies that can provide direction for improving elementary school science programs are highlighted. Selected results are summarized and suggestions given to elementary school administrators for translating research into action in their schools, action which can lead to improved teaching and learning in science. Studies are…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Basic Skills, Competition, Cooperation
Mechling, Kenneth R.; Oliver, Donna L. – 1983
This checklist is designed to help elementary school principals assess and improve science programs in their schools. The checklist is divided into four major sections, each dealing with an area that has an impact on these programs: (1) administrative aspects, considering the science curriculum plan, provisions for science in the budget,…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Check Lists, Classroom Observation Techniques, Elementary Education
