Describes the organization and function of the Scottish School Science Equipment Resource Centre, and discusses the need for a similar organization in South Australia. (AL)

Describes the approach used in one school to encourage the individual student to assume responsibility for planning and conducting his own work within a prescribed course of study. (AL)

From an organizational point of view, a new high school physics program was developed. The teaching load was divided between two teachers. Benefits of the program were more preparation time for teachers and better student motivation. (PS)

Describes one teacher's approach to individualizing science instruction by use of assignment cards to allow students to work at their own rates. (AL)

Describes the evolution of techniques of teaching external and internal students identical biology courses (introductory and advanced). Identifies and describes solutions to problems of communication, organization of practical work, and presents a perspective of course. (AL)

Describes use of laboratory kits to provide practical work for students away from the laboratory. Opportunity for interpretative discussion of data obtained is provided by access to tutors in open laboratories, which contain more elaborate equipment for use when needed. (AL)

Griffith University implemented the first Australian undergraduate degree program in interdisciplinary environmental studies. This paper discusses an introductory field experience incorporated to familiarize staff and students and to provide ecological and urban analysis exercises. The project conducted in a coastal valley incorporates field…

Describes various teaching programs in year 11 science at Para Hills High School in Australia, including a system which allows the students to use half of their science time in individually programmed studies. (MLH)

An Australian secondary school physics course utilizing an electronic programmable calculator and computer is described. Calculation techniques and functions, programming techniques, and simulation of physical systems are detailed. A summary of student responses to the program is included. (BT)

Describes an environmental studies program designed to have students study units with an interdisciplinary approach. Outlines the four year program. (BR)