In this review of science curriculum materials marketed commercially, the game of "Extinction" and "Sensing the Sea" curriculum guides in marine education are described. (SA)

Describes a course offered at the University of Toronto. The course deals with the new world view of the nature of reality and the parallels of the concepts with modern physics and Eastern mysticism. (Author/SA)

Comments on the study of Mali and Howe (1979) which used the work of Nussbaum and Novak to examine the notions that Nepali children hold about the earth. (HM)

Discusses whether electronics should be included as a subject at school, and describes the process of developing an O-level electronics course which is based on electronic systems for British schools. The course content and structure are also included. (HM)

A model is described for preparing graduate students to teach undergraduate biology courses. Features of the program include instruction in using innovative techniques, the use of pre- and in-service components, and the use of experienced biology teaching assistants. (Author/SA)

Described is a graduate level engineering course offered at the University of Southern California on coal liquefaction processes. Lecture topics and course requirements are discussed. A 64-item bibliography of papers used in place of a textbook is included. (BT)

An inorganic chemistry course at the Free University of Amsterdam is part of an integrated program involving practical work and theoretical study for chemistry students. Twelve experiments are required and 11 are performed by students in groups of fours. (Author/SA)

Describes the development and content of an interdisciplinary unit for gifted students on hurricanes. Includes activities, games, and resources. (MA)

Discusses electric field strength, magnetic field intensity, and magnetic induction showing the differences between the physical quantities involved and their units. (GA)

McMaster University School of Medicine admits students who may not have had an extensive education in physics, chemistry, and biology. The objectives and teaching methods of a preliminary course once offered to those students and now incorporated into the M.D. program are described. (Editor/LBH)

Provides details of a project designed to produce one-minute films that paint a favorable picture of the applications of science being taught at a local primary or secondary school. Goals include increasing student interest. (DDR)

Explains a component of an introductory genetics course that exposes students to bioethical issues and the social responsibilities of scientists. Students engage in discussion in an interdisciplinary format. (DDR)

Argues against a type of program evaluation of undergraduate institutions that assumes students are products. Proposes that if students are products, then students are raw materials. Discusses the philosophical problems of considering students as raw materials. (DDR)

Explains the procedures used in an experiment that reinforces the universality of the concepts of saturation using the binding of the ligand aspartame to the protein receptor that determines taste. Illustrates the hyperbolic nature of protein binding. (DDR)

Presents and recommends the rationale for a primary science curriculum characterized by reduced content, breadth and balance, and a focus on investigative activities. Contains 128 references. (DDR)