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Direct linkMacnab, Sharon; Boag, Jillian; Peacock, Alan – Primary Science Review, 2006
This article presents an interview with Sharon Macnab and Jillian Boag of Glasgow Science Centre, who discuss the work of their centre and the Scottish Science Centres network. The Scottish Science Centre is a network of four science centres across Scotland: (1) Glasgow Science Centre in Edinburgh; (2) Our Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh; (3) Sensation…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Science Course Improvement Projects, Program Descriptions, Interviews
Peer reviewedRao, K. Srinivasa – Physics Education, 1991
The important role of the digital computer in education is outlined. The existing Indian situation and needs and the scope of the Computer Literacy And Studies in Schools (CLASS) program are briefly discussed. (Author/KR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Peer reviewedHubbard, Ruth – Young Children, 1988
Maintains there are many ways to help children develop their language abilities as they learn and that teachers can involve children in activities that bring the children's own knowledge into the curriculum. Illustrated with samples from the science activities of first through third graders. (BB)
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Individual Differences, Language Arts, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedMayer, Victor J.; Hinton, Nadine K. – Science Teacher, 1990
Described is a series of workshops designed to familiarize teachers with the social and legal background, principles of humane care, ethical considerations, and philosophies that influence animal use in the classroom. Discussed are the value of dissection, alternatives to dissection, and student reactions to dissection. (CW)
Descriptors: Animals, Biological Sciences, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Dissection
Peer reviewedKingsland, Ross – International Journal of Science Education, 1991
Describes the objectives and the impact of the Double Helix Science Club upon students, teachers, and the nonschool community. This club, which has become a major concern in Australia with a membership of over 16,000 and a magazine distribution approaching 30,000, provides an effective vehicle for many teachers and public servants looking to…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Periodicals, Postsecondary Education
Download full textPenick, John E., Ed.; Dunkhase, John A., Ed. – 1988
Fifteen innovative college science programs based on survey results about perceptions of excellence in college science teaching are presented. The goals, program origins, special features of the programs, evaluations, and conclusions are described for each. Discussed are the commonalities among this collection of 15 college science programs and…
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education
