Part two of a four part series of interviews with award-winning secondary physics teachers about their courses, instruction, methods, and students. (SL)

Discusses the goals and methodologies of several types of physics-and-society courses, citing content, disciplinary costs, and advantages to the student. (MLH)

Discusses two types of science-and-society courses: (1) those that examine little scientific subject matter, instead concentrating on political and sociological problems; and (2) those that give an overview of the achievements of modern scientific inquiry. (MLH)

Described is a physics course developed for seventh grade students. Emphasis is placed on developing basic skills and, as part of this objective, students construct their own scientific equipment. A sample lesson illustrates the methods and objectives used for this course. (JP)

Describes a high school physics course taught by independent study during one-half of the class time. Discusses the use of student projects, minicourses, term papers, and do-it-yourself field trips. (MLH)