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Peer reviewedBlunck, Susan M.; Yager, Robert E. – Journal of Elementary Science Education, 1990
A model for a two-week summer science teaching workshop is presented. Included are the goals and objectives of the science/technology/society course, the history of the program, and some results for students using these methods. (CW)
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Models
Peer reviewedCarlson, Gaylen Richard – Journal of Geological Education, 1990
The purpose of "Project Catalyst" is to enhance teacher competencies through academic-year workshops and two content-intensive summer institutes. The goals, eligibility and recruitment, selection criteria, format, and preliminary evaluation for the program are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Educational Improvement, Geology
Peer reviewedBaum, Rudy M. – Chemical and Engineering News, 1985
The University of California, Irvine offers a summer institute for elementary/secondary science teachers. A one-day research update, year-round Saturdays for Science (for fourth-sixth grades), and assistance in science curriculum development are also featured. Success is attributed to involvement of faculty, local technology-based industry, and…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education
