Surveyed 114 teachers (100 percent response rate) associated with exemplary elementary science programs on longevity, confidence, professional involvement, familiarity of curricular materials, inservice, and teaching methods. Comparison with a national sample indicates these teachers have long-term program involvement, a great deal of confidence,…

There is little doubt that the findings of research in science education can be depressing at times. The literature is replete with reports and research findings which highlight problems and shortcomings associated with the teaching and learning of science. In order to provide a refreshing alternative to the majority of research reports which…

This document presents recommendations and generalizations from Project Synthesis, Educating Americans for the 21st Century, National Science Teacher Association Excellence Programs, and the Iowa Honors Workshop concerning the 861 teachers who were part of exemplary programs. Specific teaching strategies are listed that are associated with…