A discussion of how instructional television can be used in junior high school science classes. (HB)

Science education has been a source of difficulty for elementary teachers since it became a standard part of the elementary curriculum. In order that it not become a glorified reading lesson with science content, the authors suggest minor adaptations to benefit both teachers and students. (LHW)

This paper introduces integrated curriculum material for high school physics developed by the Physics Education Research Group (PERG) with the University of Massachusetts and high school teachers. This curriculum is based on an action-oriented constructivist approach. There are six types of materials in the curriculum: (1) student activities; (2)…

This information brief contains information on what environmental education is, how and where it is practiced, some of the current research, resources, and a summary of recommendations for promoting the field. Specific sections include linking environmental education and formal education, sustaining programs, and challenges to implementing…

This publication provides guidelines for chemistry programs in two-year colleges. Contents include: (1) "Chemistry Program Mission and Review"; (2) "Organizational Structure for Chemistry Programs"; (3) "Financial Support"; (4) "Faculty and Supporting Staff"; (5) "Facilities"; (6) "The Curriculum"; and (7) "Advising, Articulation, and Alliances".…

Described is a Boston University study which investigated the usefulness of PSSC films in the teaching of Physics. (LS)

Examines the legal status of demands that "scientific creationism" be taught along with evolution in biology classes. (Author)

The 4-H science curriculum meets the needs of elementary school teachers because it is user friendly and age appropriate, integrates significant learning outcomes, and supports contemporary teaching/learning methods with discovery learning, experiential activities, group interaction, and inductive questioning. (SK)

Analyzed 1,595 articles pertaining to secondary science-education curriculum and instruction published in "The Science Teacher" and "Science Education" between 1955 and 1994. For over four decades, science education has been in continual crisis. Instruction methods have changed little. Calls for reforming secondary science education, improving…

Presents an inquiry analysis tool and adaptation principles to help teachers evaluate and adapt laboratory instructional materials to be more inquiry-oriented. Based on the National Research Council's (NRC) essential features of inquiry. (NB)

Endorses John L. Rudolph's argument that the time spent on "the nature of science as a thing-in-itself" is less than the time spent "seeking greater consensus about what social function we wish our image of science to serve". Focuses on Dewey's and Schwab's ideas to discuss the function and practice of science education. (Contains 14 references.)…

Analyzes a project-based space science curriculum designed to support elementary school students in understanding complex, inter-related astronomy concepts. Uses pre- and post-interviews, examines student work, and has students complete a pre- and post-astronomy conceptual survey to assess conceptual change. Points out that instruction should…