The hands-on science approach and lab classroom used by the Horace Mann School in the District of Columbia to teach blind, deaf, and emotionally disturbed children are described. (BT)

Comments on the cooperative spirit of geophysicists which resulted in the largest scientific cooperative project ever conducted: the International Geophysical Year. Describes a new international venture (called Geodynamics Project) that is designed to exploit the many opportunities for new insights resulting from recent advances in earth science.…

The Standard Oil Company of Ohio (SOHIO) will underwrite the Science Resources for the Schools (SRS) program which is aimed at U.S. junior high schools. The $1.67 million project will provide schools with science resources to help them upgrade their science education capabilities. Highlights of the program are provided. (Author/JN)

Outlined are the history, programs, and staff of the Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry in Gottingen, West Germany. (SL)

During the past year American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) members have been working with local science museums, giving lectures, helping design exhibits, and meeting with young people to talk about science careers. They are part of a project to improve science education programs of science/technology centers and museums.…

The Office of International Science provides programs to determine how science and technology can be used effectively by developing nations. Programs include: a global committee on the subject, publication of a newsletter, sponsorship of symposia and meetings, and invitations to foreign students to attend American Association for Advancement of…

Junior high schools in three states are currently participating in Science Resources for Schools (SRS), a three-year pilot project designed to link schools with the scientific community. Highlights of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)-directed program and program materials are described. Other AAAS educational activities…

Discussed is the idea that scientific illiteracy among scientists lies at the heart of the problems with undergraduate science education. Included is a description of a science literacy course for nonmajors and a proposed list of the most important ideas underlying science. (KR)

New state or local science/technology "magnet" schools are being established throughout the country; many of these schools are receiving substantial corporate backing as well as donations of equipment and training. Examples of such school-industry partnerships to improve school science are discussed. (JN)

Presented is the background, history, and development of the National Science Foundation's national computer network NSFNET. The growth of the system and the development of new features of the system including high speed communications are discussed. Examples of current uses are provided. (CW)

Described are three science and mathematics educational reform programs--Project 2061; Scope, Sequence and Coordination; and NCTM Curriculum and Evaluation Standards. Discussed are the needs for educational reform and the steps that each program is taking. (KR)