For the past two years, the Foundations in Physics and Mathematics (FPM) summer program has been held at Indiana University in order to fulfill two goals: provide additional physics and mathematics instruction at the high school level, and provide physics graduate students with experience and autonomy in designing curricula and teaching courses.…

Describes the development of a high school physics curriculum from a small course to a large program involving general and advanced first year courses and an advanced placement program. Recruiting of students and curriculum revisions are also discussed. (TS)

Describes various physics courses offered at Moline, particularly the conduct of self-pacing programs for grade 10-12 students who are either interested in the topic or planning further study in science. Indicates tremendously increasing enrollments with the adoption of the new instruction method. (CC)

Presents the laboratory experiments from Physical Science II that are related to energy. Includes the rationale for each of the experiments and their relationship to the instructional sequence. (DS)

A two-semester program which includes topics from biological and physical sciences at the conceptual level with limited mathematics. The program utilizes multimedia and includes some history of science and science processes. (TS)

Presents one school's philosophy and processes in the adaption of a unified science program. Describes the programs, philosophy, sequencing, organization, and advantages. (DS)

Describes the development of physics courses at the Open University, system of instruction, use of television, summer school, tutorials, and the costs involved. (GA)

Advocates that readers reflect upon the state of the National Science Foundation (NSF) pre-college program and send their opinions on program responsiveness to national needs, NSF long-term goals, policy-making improvement, and congressional action regarding long- and short-range funding decisions to their congressman. (GS)

The program is described in terms of science and education components. Science background is provided in specially designed basic courses in the various disciplines; and advanced courses are selected in one chosen area. In-school activities are stressed beginning in the sophomore year. (TS)

Describes an individualized Physical Science Study Committee (PSSC) physics program which follows the Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) format. The program has a variable-credit option, to provide flexibility to meet students' needs and interest. (GA)