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Barrow, Lloyd H. – Science Activities, 1982
Describes problem-solving activities in the Unified Sciences and Mathematics for Elementary Schools (USMES) and Elementary Science Study (ESS) programs. Indicates that these curricula serve as excellent sources of activities to develop and improve their students' problem-solving skills. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Problem Solving, Science Activities
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Thier, Marlene – Science and Children, 1976
Described are alternative approaches for developing visual perception skills found in using selected science experiences. Use of various science programs available, such as ESS, SCIS, OBIS and Matal, is suggested. Visual sequencing is prescribed and described. (EB)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Learning Processes, Science Activities
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Ward, Alan – School Science Review, 1978
Describes how infants of six to seven years old can learn floating and sinking. The work described in this article was inspired by the Elementary Science Study (ESS). (HM)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Infants
Hurd, Paul DeHart – Biological Sciences Curriculum Study Journal, 1978
Describes the factors which led to the development of the three year Human Sciences Program designed by the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (BSCS) staff for the middle grades. Also presents the major learning and instructional characteristics of the Human Sciences modules. (HM)
Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Cognitive Development, Elementary Education, Individualized Instruction
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Sanford, Julie P. – Science Teacher, 1978
Reviews the Outdoor Biology Instructional Strategies (OBIS) Food Chain Game. (SL)
Descriptors: Biology, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Games
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Hill, Douglas M.; Redden, Michael G. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
Control group students (receiving descriptive, non-inquiry science) and experimental group students (using Science Curriculum Improvement Study-SCIS "Interaction and Systems" materials) were later combined in grade 4 for instruction with SCIS "Subsystems and Variables" materials. Results show similar difficulties in learning…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Comparative Analysis, Concept Formation, Elementary Education
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Science and Children, 1988
Reports on the development of science curricula projects. Lists features that can be applied to programs developed at the local level. Includes programs from the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study, Educational Development Center, and Technical Education Research Centers. (RT)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Process Education
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Bethel, Lowell J.; George, Kenneth D. – Science and Children, 1979
Presents basic guidelines for classroom control and discipline for teachers using new science programs that encourage independent study and hands-on activities. (MA)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Daugs, Donald R. – 1989
This program is the result of efforts made to develop a preparation model for elementary teachers. The science component of the program is referred to as SODIA-Science which is derived from the first letters of descriptive words: Self, Others, Discipline, Implementation, and Associate teaching. These words describe the emphasis at each level of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Science, Elementary Education, Higher Education
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Bredderman, Ted – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1984
Results of 11 studies of classroom practices used with activity-based elementary science programs were combined quantitatively using a composite category system. One finding reported is that teachers trained in program use spent less time talking and more on activities than untrained teachers using the programs. (Author/JM)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Interaction
New York State Education Dept., Albany. – 1989
This guide provides information on conducting a detailed program analysis using the New York State Program Evaluation Test in Science. The test consists of two required components (Objective Test and Manipulative Skills Test) and five optional components (Student Science Attitudes Survey; Student Science Program Environment Survey; Administrator…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation
Loucks, Susan F. – 1977
A longitudinal study was conducted which focused on the concerns of elementary school teachers who were involved in implementing the Science Curriculum Improvement Study (SCIS) curriculum. Two major questions were addressed: (1) Do stages of concern exist? (2) If so, are they developmental? The sample consisted of teachers attending summer…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Developmental Stages, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
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Bybee, Rodger W.; Landes, Nancy M. – American Biology Teacher, 1990
Described is an elementary school science program developed by the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study entitled "Science for Life and Living: Integrating Science, Technology and Health." Discussed are the rationale, unifying themes, organization, teaching model, implementation, development, production, and support for this program. (CW)
Descriptors: Biology, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials
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Kyle, William C., Jr.; And Others – Science and Children, 1990
Described are the organization, development, and piloting of this K-6 science curriculum program. Results of the pilot study are presented including the improvement in student and teacher attitudes. (CW)
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation
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Kyle, William C., Jr.; And Others – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1988
Reports on a study conducted in the Richardson Independent School District (Texas) which was designed to assess the attitudes toward science of students and teachers who have been involved with the Science Curriculum Improvement Study (SCIS) compared to non-SCIS students and teachers. (TW)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Experiential Learning, Inquiry
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