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Penick, John E.; Yager, Robert E. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1983
National Science Foundation reports provided criteria for identifying 54 exemplary science programs in the United States. Questionnaires and school visits showed programs characterized by locally developed curricula, less emphasis on textbooks, and outstanding teachers (average age: 51 years; degree: M.A. 30). (PB)
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education, Profiles
Peer reviewedYager, Robert E.; Penick, John E. – Science Teacher, 1989
Reports on research modeled after the studies of the National Assessment of Educational Progress which sought to acquire data on student perceptions about science programs. Indicates that student attitudes are not as negative in exemplary schools as they are in randomly chosen schools. (RT)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Demonstration Programs, Educational Research, Science Instruction
