This paper describes the goals, pedagogical system, and educational outcomes of a three-semester curriculum in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). The sequence takes engineering students with no formal MEMS training and gives them the skills to participate in cutting-edge MEMS research and development. The evolution of the curriculum from…

Described a project in which students raised goats to help provide a variety of animals to people around the world who were trying to increase quantity and improve strains of livestock. (Author/RK)

At Greenesfield Remedial Centre, Gateshead, students participated in projects designed to help them understand themselves while developing their talents and learning to cope with life's everyday problems. (Author/RK)

Discusses two-year experience of conducting an interdisciplinary undergraduate program which integrates liberal arts into technical curricula and emphasize non-conventional learning processes and evaluation. The purpose is to prepare students with abilities to develop technology needed by society and to minimize its side effects harmful to the…

Describes two projects which involve college students in political science courses on American politics in doing research and giving class reports on proposals for reforming the electoral college and the electoral process. Findings indicate that students participating in the projects become more aware of political realities and learn how to use…

Describes a program involving a mini-cooperative in the agribusiness class to produce and market winter bouquets, Christmas decorations, and other floral arrangements. (MU)

Students in grades six to 12 who participate in National History Day may write a paper, develop an individual or group project or performance, or develop a media presentation on the topic of their choice related to the annual theme. Professional historians judge the entries. The program and its benefits are described. (RM)

Government sponsored projects designed to increase the participation of minority persons and women in educational research and development are outlined in this paper. Each outline includes: (1) the title of the project; (2) the name and address of the project director; (3) the project's duration; (4) the project's funding level; and (5) a brief…

Describes a student project of the Anna Frank school for three to six year olds in Reggio Emilia, Italy, in which students developed creativity by exploring the world of dinosaurs. Underscores the reciprocity between children and teachers in guiding the project. (AC)

For several years, the author has been working with colleagues in the Northern California Writing Centers Association (NCWCA) and the Stanford Writing Center to build bridges between college and high school writing centers. The writing center at Stanford defines one of its central goals as "celebrating a culture of writing" for all…

This booklet examines the theory and practice of projects that involve secondary students in community services. Through such involvement, young people will develop positive attitudes toward community participation that will persist throughout their adult lives. Community service projects represent an important and exciting way to bring democracy…