Lists some of the disadvantages associated with the didactic method of teaching science and suggests ways in which teachers can improve this method and stimulate student interest. (JR)

Reports the results of a study of four different instructional methods used in teaching earth science at the sixth grade level. The objective of the study was to compare the effectiveness of the didactic approach with the process-managerial, the self-directed, and the motivated self-directed learning methods. (JR)

Discusses the course content and instructional methods desirable in teaching modern physics in the secondary school. Argues that physics must be taught in a humanistic manner to replace the desiccated, technological, dehumanized, and generally irrelevant manner in which it has been commonly taught. (JR)

Describes an elementary science methods course at Eastern Illinois University designed to interest pre-service elementary teachers in the process of science. Instead of a traditional final examination, students select an open-ended problem and report the results of their investigations. Fifty sample research problems are listed. (JR)

Activities that use a common fluorescent light as a strobe light to make things appear to slow down, speed up, or stand still are presented. Background information on strobe lights and directions for the activities are provided. (KR)

Describes the use of "Water Crossings," a Project WET activity, with preservice elementary teachers in a science methods course. Discusses how the activity integrates applications from physical science with history and geography concepts. Explains that the teaching strategy used is a version of the scientific method. (WRM)

Several suggestions are made for using empty duplicating fluid containers in science experiments and activities. (JR)

Discusses how a science teacher can explain to his youngsters what happens when an ice cube is added to tap water or other liquids. How long melting a standard ice cube takes is also discussed. (HM)

Activities in which students build their own simulations of fossils, using seashells, chicken bones, toy dinosaurs, or leaves as models and plaster of paris, sand, mud, clay, or a mixture of gravel and clay as a matrix are presented. Curriculum extensions are included. (KR)

Describes an ecology exercise suitable for secondary school students in which the school grounds may be used to study communities in association with woody plants. (JR)

Describes methods and procedures for killing, preserving, mounting, and displaying insects. (JR)

Presents a brine shrimp activity designed for students in grades 5-12 to foster authentic scientific inquiry in addition to providing an engaging and exciting avenue for student exploration. Emphasizes that inquiry should be a critical component in the science classroom. (KHR)

A game used for test review based on the television game show "Jeopardy" is described. Sample categories, rules, models for category cards, answer pockets, and answer cards are included. (KR)

Explains the teaching opportunities, especially in science activities and laboratory experiments, of using technology in science classrooms. (YDS)