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Notable Developments in Elementary Science Courses
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Lucas, Keith B. – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1974
Presented is the development of elementary school science in Australia, beginning in 1900 and including changes produced by the impact of American and British science curriculum reforms as these manifested themselves in the 1960-1970 period. (PEB)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary School Science, Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Curriculum
Asepisation--Some Comments From the Work Face
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Russell, N. A. – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1972
Discusses briefly some features of the Australian Science Education Project, ASEP, and experiences of teachers and students with these materials. Implications of this program are identified in terms of cost, time, classroom management, teacher education, and evaluation. (PS)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Curriculum, Science Education
Primary Science Curriculum Project
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Goodrum, Denis – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1974
Continuing the emphasis of this issue on elementary school science, this article presents information on the Minnesota Mathematics and Science Teaching (Minnemast) Project, the Conceptually Oriented Program in Elementary Science (COPES), and the Science 5/13 Project (which evolved from the Nuffield Junior Science Project). (PEB)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary School Science, Program Descriptions, Science Course Improvement Projects
Biology in Australian Schools: Reflections on Success and Monopoly.
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Fensham, Peter J. – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1981
Presents views on the Australian version of American biological science materials developed as a part of the science course improvement project movement. The article serves as an introduction to the collection of papers, contained in this journal issue, from a seminar on biology and its place in school education. (PB)
Descriptors: Biology, Curriculum Development, Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Curriculum
Match and Mismatch in the Australian Context
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Cornelius, Marjorie L. – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1977
Reviews the introductions of Match and Mismatch materials into Australian schools. (SL)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Instructional Materials, Resource Materials
Curriculum Development in Thailand
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White, R. T.; Butts, W. L. – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1975
Describes the curriculum development project sponsored by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the Thai government. The purpose of the project is to develop, treat, and implement new courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics. Explains the organization of…
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development
The History of Science--A Problem in Curriculum Change
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Both, Roger – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1977
Argues for the inclusion of a history of science component into the secondary school science curriculum. Provides examples of instances in which a historical perspective would be a suitable means to study a topic. (CP)
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Curriculum Development, Instruction, Science Course Improvement Projects
The Australian Science Education Project: Its Rationale
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Ramsey, G. A.; Dale, L. G. – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1971
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Individual Differences, Learning Theories, Program Descriptions
Foundational Approaches in Science Teaching (FAST)--A Structured "Inquiry" Oriented Junior Science Curriculum
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Dekkers, John; Rouse, Fae – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1977
Provides a detailed description of the three-year Foundational Approaches in Science Education curriculum developed at the University of Hawaii. The program utilizes a spiral approach with topics in ecology, physical science and relational study. Sample units and implementation suggestions are provided. (CP)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Ecology, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials