To identify factors affecting the implementation of new science curricula a questionnaire survey of principals and teachers in California and Nevada secondary schools was used to select a sample of schools using Chemical Education Materials Study (CHEM Study) or Introductory Physical Science (IPS). Interview data collected when these 67 schools…

The newsletter contains information about the science education activities sponsored by The British Council for the improvement of materials and practices. Areas covered include Science, Mathematics, and General. Background information along with a brief progress report is given for each of the projects described. Engineering and technology…

In the major article in this issue of the "Newsletter of the Engineering Concepts Curriculum Project (ECCP)," Hurd examines the current trends in science education in the United States and lists eight priority needs for science programs in the 1970's. These priority needs are closely related to the necessity of solving science-based…

Describes the use of a coding form to classify the type of teacher concerns expressed to consultants assisting in the implementation of a science program. Shows that the utilization of consultants differs depending on the emphasis on in-class consulting. (AL)

Elementary school teachers need to evolve a science program which integrates the three theories of learning: namely, learning by conditioning, discovery, or equilibration. Opportunity for self-directed learning should be supplemented by introduction of new concepts. Science Curriculum Improvement Study materials are suggested as suitable examples…

Summarizes data from a survey of all Kansas chemistry teachers, providing information on the usage of CHEM Study and CBA courses, teacher preparation and experience, and the use of slide rules as computational aids. Discusses relationship between school size and other variables. (AL)

Presents a bibliography for those interested in finding out about the Australian Science Education Project (ASEP), views held about ASEP, and research concerning ASEP. (MLH)

Most of the activities suggested in this trial version of the Genetics unit produced by the Australian Science Education Project rely on second-hand data, although one of the introductory activities suggested is based on results of a mouse breeding experiment. The unit is, therefore, expected to be suitable only for students who are capable of…

Describes different features of Science - A Process Approach materials for elementary schools. A brief review about the success of the program is included. (PS)

Relates results of analyses of student performance on the final course examination to differences in sex, previous educational background, concurrent studies, attitudes toward the course, reasons for studying biology and career aspirations. (AL)

Describes use of Science Curriculum Improvement Study materials for teaching environmental education in elementary schools. The units provide a sequential learning experience ranging from the Study of Organisms, Life Cycles, Populations, Environments, Communities to Ecosystems. Projects underway in the United States and Sweden for materials…

Describes the development, evaluation, and use of Laboratory Explorations in Biology" as an integral part of the Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory (McREL) Inquiry Role Approach". Student and teacher reactions are described, and an example of student evaluation of peers' achievement is given. (AL)