THE DESIGN OF COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY BUILDINGS USED FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IS DISCUSSED IN TERMS OF LABORATORY SAFETY AND BUILDING CODES AND REGULATIONS. MAJOR TOPIC AREAS ARE--(1) SAFETY RELATED DESIGN FEATURES OF SCIENCE LABORATORIES, (2) LABORATORY SAFETY AND BUILDING CODES, AND (3) EVIDENCE OF UNSAFE DESIGN. EXAMPLES EMPHASIZE…

Most of this report is concerned with describing the project and its activities and accomplishments during the first year of its existence. A major goal of the project is to produce units of curricula in which the computer can be used to enhance the teaching or learning of mathematics, the sciences, and other secondary school subjects. Thirty-one…

BASED UPON THE CONFERENCE ON SINGLE CONCEPT FILMS IN COLLEGE PHYSICS TEACHING HELD AT RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE IN DECEMBER OF 1966, THIS REPORT ATTEMPTS TO (1) PRESENT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TECHNOLOGICAL INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCTION, DISTRIBUTION, AND DISPLAY OF SINGLE CONCEPT FILMS IN PHYSICS, (2) TO ENCOURAGE INCREASED AND BROADER USE OF…

This issue of the bulletin contains four major topics. The first is a discussion of problems involved in establishing good communication with science teachers concerning the activities of the Scottish Schools Science Equipment Research Centre (SSSERC) via exhibitions throughout Scotland. The second, headed "Biology Notes," presents a…

The use of environmental meters designed to measure conductivity, light level, oxygen, pH, sound, and temperature are discussed. Criteria for choosing suitable equipment are suggested and, where possible, cheaper alternatives are mentioned. (Author/BB)

The use of basic oceanography equipment in junior high and senior high school science applications is described. (CP)

An experiment in rapid scanning polargraphy using the Health Polargraph System is described. The experiment was designed to be used in an undergraduate course on instrument analysis. The theory, instruments, and results of the experiment are also discussed. (MR)

Describes the construction of an inexpensive apparatus which utilizes the oscillatory motion of 60 cycle AC current in conjunction with an electromagnetic to illustrate various principles and processes in geology. (SL)

Describes the construction of an inexpensive visual aid to be used for explaining the dynamics of gases. (CP)

Describes how to construct an electronic device to be used in conductivity experiments using a 35 millimeter film canister, nine volt battery replacement snaps, a 200-300 ohm resistor, and a light-emitting diode. Provides a diagram and photographs of the device. (TW)

Describes a simple hands-on model of water-rock interaction that can be constructed in the classroom using styrofoam bowls and foil-wrapped candies. This interactive simulation allows students to vary the factors which control water-rock interaction and to obtain immediate results. (Author/CW)

Introduced is a magnetic compass with no moving parts. Presented are the principles of the compass and the method to make the compass. Shows a lodestone compass which is the most primitive compass form. (YP)

Presented is a simple demonstration of siphon action by using straws without sucking, or filling and closing one end. Includes the method, figures of the demonstration, and four questions for students on the demonstration. (YP)

Presents an apparatus, a solid-state sound generator in a plastic ball. Includes pictures of the ball and a diagram of the piezo horn. (YP)

Shows how a baseball having a built-in clock can be used for measuring ceiling height. Suggests other questions to investigate. (YP)