This publication introduces the research, development and technology curriculum at West Sylvan Middle School (Portland, Oregon) and presents the syllabus with selected activities and worksheets. Sample research units on South America, Mexico and Central America are outlined. Other materials include: student outline guide of questions; index worksheet; resource guide; note-taking procedure for research purposes; outline format; expository writing assessment guide; outline of integration across the curriculum; student evaluation; independent research process; worksheet for using the Internet; Internet independent activity; Dynix system worksheet; Infotrac worksheet; outline of integration and articulation of research, development and technology across the curriculum; the State of Oregon's performance based assessment guide; and a draft of West Sylvan Middle School's performance guide. (AEF)