Article describes a special course developed for child welfare and concludes that a heavy emphasis on field observation proved a successful educational method. (ML)

Music and art are now included in the advanced placement program which allows high school students to complete college-level studies. Article explains program to music teachers. (PD)

Article based on a paper delivered at the 81st Annual Meeting of the Association of American Medical Colleges, Los Angeles, October 1970. (IR)

An interdisciplinary approach to teaching humanities increases an appreciation and awareness of the environment. (MN)

Suggests a method whereby the science teacher can introduce controversial issues into classroom discussion without offending parents and administrators. The procedure involves (1) informing parents and administrators well in advance of the need for the course and its objectives, and (2) inviting them to visit classes during discussion. Suggested…

A course on current topics of immediate interest can bring flexibility, innovation and relevance to the curriculum. (IR)

Importance of stimulating interest in a course rather than reliance on grades or course difficulty. (Editor)

Describes the objectives, study materials, instructional methods and evaluaiton procedures of an experimental course in general chemistry which aims at individualizing instruction. An assessment of the program is presented together with the results of a statistical analysis to determine if there were any differences between the experimental group…

Teaching suggestions emphasize dramatic presentations and action programs for maximum student interest and involvement in the environmental crusade. (Author/SD)

Describes the objectives and content of a two-semester course in unified science for college students who are non-science majors. Student opinions regarding the course were assessed. A text, a set of self-instructional laboratories, and remedial units are being developed. Bibliography. (LC)