Describes in detail a program utilizing the study of marine biology to motivate students. (LS)

Describes a cooperative program in Ohio which involves the Ohio EPA, universities and public schools all involved in water testing. The philosophy of the program is based on students investigating a problem, applying science tools to understand the problem and then using the social sciences as instruments to affect change. (BR)

Describes a blindfold botanist project for high school biology students to augment visual recognition of plants and to serve as a challenge to motivate students. (BR)

Describes a freshwater pond study in detail which was done as the biology segment of an interdisciplinary study conference at the Old Railway Pond at National Park. (BR)

Describes an undergraduate structural geology course that incorporates field lab time and research. Lectures, outside readings, and in-class experimentation are coordinated with the field work to prepare a scientific report. (MA)

Describes an outdoor science project for junior high students that deeply involves the observer with the natural environment he is observing. Lists teaching tactics that promote deep student awareness of the environment. Describes four introductory activities and an example of an investigation that might normally grow out of an introductory…