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Peer reviewedOrion, Nir – School Science and Mathematics, 1993
Presents a practical model for planning and implementing a field trip as an integral part of the science curriculum. Reviews the literature related to the role of field trips in the learning process; describes the model; and provides an example implementing the learning cycle method. (Contains 17 references.) (MDH)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Experiential Learning, Field Trips
Peer reviewedBlood, David; Zalewski, Leon J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Analyzes efforts by school districts reorganizing science curricula in Illinois. Describes state goals for Illinois: Knowledge and Vocabulary; Science-Technology-Society; Scientific Enterprise; and Science Process. Discusses how school districts emphasize the 4 state goals for grades 3, 6, 8, and 11. (YP)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Objectives
Peer reviewedEasterday, Kenneth E.; Smith, Tommy – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Presents the results of a survey of 922 Alabama secondary mathematics teachers' perceived needs for in-service training. Factor analysis produced six factors, with the factors New Knowledge, Teaching Marginal Students, and Computer Use and Knowledge containing the eight most significant needs. The most significant need was for more parent-student…
Descriptors: Factor Analysis, Faculty Development, Inservice Teacher Education, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedBorchers, Carol A.; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1992
Documents and evaluates effects of inservice teacher education on rural-school teachers' behaviors and beliefs about microcomputers in science teaching. Describes the ENLIST Micros training program and the beliefs, behavior, and evaluation instruments utilized. Results indicated significant changes in teachers' beliefs toward and use of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Demonstration Programs
