Addresses how to encourage and sustain high school students' interest in science. Evaluates the Earthwatch Institute's Student Challenge Awards Program, an apprenticeship program which allows students to work on authentic research projects. Concludes the program had a profound impact on the students' understanding of and affinity for science. (PM)

Introduces a residential summer program, the New Experiences for Women in Science and Technology (Newton) Academy, which was developed to encourage high school girls' interest in the physical sciences and engineering. Reports the results of a follow-up evaluative study of the 1998 Newton Academy participants one year after participation. (Contains…

Described is a technique for fiber identification for use by K-6 students. Follow-up activities for elementary and college students are suggested. (CW)

Introduces the Chemical Education for Public Understanding Program (CEPUP), a program concerned with chemicals and their uses. Describes the origins, material development, modules, and dissemination of the program. (Author/YP)

Describes a research program that has active areas of research ranging from hydrology, water chemistry, geology, gene cloning, satellite image analysis and remote sensing, and molecular biology. Provides information on selection procedures, design of program, benefits, and names of participants. (RT)

Describes a Saturday Academy containing three basic components (electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics) designed to provide enrichment experiences for academically talented minority youth without cost to them. Discusses the results reported by parents, faculty, and alumni. (YP)

Introduces one professor's endeavor, "Insect Fear Film Festival," to educate the public about entomology. Discusses some related topics and misconceptions. (YP)

Describes the Development and Promotion of Science and Technology Talents Project, Thailand's solution for meeting its country's need for scientists and technologists. Provides information on the six participating universities. Notes that the program includes secondary and higher education. (MVL)

Describes the National Urban Coalition's "Say YES to a Youngster's Future" project that is being tested in public schools in Washington, D.C., and Houston (Texas). This program is an activities-based, early intervention, family learning program in math and science that targets minority students in grades K-six and their parents. (JS)

Describes the activities of the Office of Prehigh School Science established by the American Chemical Society to focus on programs and materials designed to benefit elementary and middle school-level science. Provides information on "WonderScience,""Chemist in the Classroom" videotape, and workshops. (YP)

Introduces the Technology and Development Program (TDP) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that helps outside organizations with resources and knowledge in the area of science, technology, and development. Describes a program example including background, objectives, and activities. Lists nine reasons for the program's success. (YP)

Describes the founding and structure of the Sea Grant Program and speculation on its future. Discusses the creation of the program and its three components, networking, and financial aspects. Provides a map of the distribution and a directory of Sea Grant colleges, institutional programs, and coherent area programs. (YP)

The nature of engineering is examined along with the nature of expertise. School knowledge and out-of-school knowledge are compared. Suggested are four strategies for the development of engineering expertise including problem-based instruction, cognitive apprenticeship, reflective practicum, and cooperative learning. (YP)

Describes the recent historical development, main features, and results of an engineering graduate program in Tunisia. A description of the civil service program for young university graduates and the hierarchy of university staff is provided. (YP)

Emphasizes the need of leadership and funding for undergraduate education in the National Science Foundation (NSF). Criticizes the current programs of NSF and suggests some ideas about the improvement of undergraduate education. (YP)