Presents a translated reprinting of an article that appeared in a Russian scientific journal in 1971 about some life incidents and beliefs of the physicist Landau. (MLH)

Fourth- and fifth-grade students' perceptions of scientists are depicted by drawings. (CS)

Describes an approach to teaching atomic, nuclear, and particle physics using the history of the most important discoveries in that field. Uses the manuscripts, first publications, measurements and data of initial discoveries, and the photos of apparatus and of famous physicists to arouse student interest. Presents examples from the life and work…

Presents an adapted version of Dr. Neal Lane's address to The Arlington Rotary Club in August, 1996. Discusses the need for creating dialog between scientists and the public. (JRH)

Describes the needs and impact of continuing education programs (CEP) for library and information science (LIS) professionals in India, particularly for college librarians. Discusses results of a survey that was conducted to assess the impact of CEP courses organized by different agencies in the field of LIS. (Author/LRW)

Discusses the benefits of partnerships between scientists and teachers for more effective science instruction for children. Scientists bring sharpened skills of observing, questioning, and experimenting while teachers bring knowledge of classroom delivery, age-appropriateness of material, and group management techniques. (NB)

Explains the use of the Web as an advanced calculator using numeric, graphic, and symbolic mathematics interactively with the development of XML-standard MathML. Suggests that the problem of decreasing achievement in mathematics courses can be solved using interactive and personalized documents on the Web and improve the understanding of…

Presents a case study of two graduate women in a chemistry department at a large research university. Examines the relationship between key factors of their work environment and the high attrition rate of graduate women in the department. (Contains 51 references.) (Author/YDS)

Analyzes how electric and magnetic lines of force were conceived by Faraday and how they are understood by a group of Argentine university students after receiving instruction. Results show that many students possess ideas similar to those of Faraday in that lines of force are conceived as real physical entities responsible for the transmission of…

Recognizes how difficult it is for secondary and post-secondary students to make connections between physics and everyday phenomena, rationalize the use of a particular formula for a given problem, and go beyond algebraic substitutions to really make sense of physics in a meaningful way. Provides a rationale for physicists to become involved in…

Discusses resources on applied/interdisciplinary areas of chemistry available as books and electronic materials that mostly target graduate students, faculty, and chemists in the industry. (Author/YDS)

Presents a study to determine the methods inquiry geneticists use to solve dynamic complex computer-generated transmission genetics problems; specifically, their strategies and conceptual knowledge. Develops a hierarchical framework and pathway for solving problems through geneticist solution protocols and interviews. (Contains 32 references.)…

Discusses the effective use of consultants by information professionals based on presentations at the 1990 American Society for Information Science (ASIS) annual conference. Highlights include internal and external consultants; effective communication between consultant and client; fees; budgetary considerations; funding possibilities; and…

Cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses of Census data found that salary discrimination against Black scientists and female scientists worsened between the 1970s and the 1980s. Female scientists earned about 12 percent less than males in 1972, but 14 percent less in 1982. Black scientists earned about the same as Whites in 1972, but 6 percent…

Reviews common law contract and tort bases for malpractice liability and their applicability to reference librarians, special librarians, and information brokers. The discussion covers the legal bases for professional malpractice liability, the librarian-patron relationship, the likelihood of lawsuits, and the need for personal liability…