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Paul, G. Douglas – Learning, 1987
A simple lesson on magnetism can foster childrens' natural enthusiasm for science and set the stage for discoveries that parallel those of famous scientists. (JD)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Learning Strategies, Observational Learning, Science Instruction

O'Toole, Mitch – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1994
Science teachers expect students to use information contained in books. This makes text-based learning strategies important for student success at school and beyond. This paper explores the potential of science as a vehicle for the development of such skills, considers a range of learning strategies, and suggests ways of integrating them into…
Descriptors: Learning Strategies, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary Education

Driver, Rosalind; Bell, Beverley – School Science Review, 1986
Discusses the constructivist view of learning which emphasizes, among others, learning outcomes which depend not only on the learning environment but also on the knowledge of the learner. Implications for science instruction are also addressed. (JN)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Strategies, Science Education

Gamble, R. – Physics Education, 1986
Discusses several aspects of the relationship between teaching and learning in a way that may possibly stimulate thinking in the same manner as learning hierarchies, stage theory, and the abundant use of metaphor. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Physics

Livesley, D. M. – Physics Education, 1986
Describes a physics experiment which demonstrates the pitfalls of assuming that a model which represents an ideal system is applicable to a real experiment. Explains how the failure may give greater understanding of the problem and may lead to improvements in the model. (ML)
Descriptors: Learning Strategies, Models, Physics, Problem Solving

Arce, Pedro – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 1994
Addresses the problem of the effectiveness of teaching methodologies on fundamental engineering courses such as transport phenomena. Recommends the colloquial approach, an active learning strategy, to increase student involvement in the learning process. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness, Learning Strategies
Donovan, Edward P. – 1983
Concept mapping, a technique based on David Ausubel's theory of meaningful learning, involves the organization of concepts into an hierarchical arrangement. Suggestions for incorporating this learning strategy into the biology classroom are presented and discussed. Steps in concept mapping include: (1) identifying important concepts in the study…
Descriptors: Biology, Concept Formation, Concept Mapping, Ecology
Texley, Juliana – Instructor, 1985
Television science programs cover a wide range of science topics, offer a variety of teaching methods, and motivate students. These programs tend to match educational trends, with new programs blending technological advances with speculation to interest students. (DF)
Descriptors: Educational Media, Educational Trends, Elementary Education, Learning Strategies

Middleton, James L. – American Biology Teacher, 1991
Discusses the advantages of and strategies in having students create analogies to facilitate learning biology. Presents a vocabulary worksheet to facilitate analogy creation and describes its use. The author discusses the use of instructional strategies including forced associations, metaphorical sketches, mnemonics, and association memorization.…
Descriptors: Biology, Creativity, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education

Wilson, Ronald W. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1994
Students often complain that lectures requiring simultaneous writing and listening is a difficult task. An alternative method is provided to teachers to facilitate note taking by students. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Lecture Method, Notetaking

Verkade, John G. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1987
Describes a procedure for teaching the "generator orbital" (GO) approach of molecular orbital bonding in polyatomic molecules. Explains how the GO can be utilized with students in generating the vibrational, rotational, and translational modes of molecules in a completely pictorial manner. (ML)
Descriptors: Chemical Bonding, Chemistry, Learning Strategies, Molecular Structure

Waks, S. – Research in Science and Technological Education, 1986
Describes an attempt to teach electronics to disadvantaged high school students in Israel through an instructional method based on guided individual learning combined with laboratory experiments. Discusses the successes of the program in terms of academic achievement, self-learning competencies, laboratory skills, and attitudes. (ML)
Descriptors: Disadvantaged Youth, Electronics, Individualized Instruction, Learning Strategies
Ohanian, Susan – Learning, 1985
An elementary school teacher developed renewed interest in both teaching and learning after enrolling in an American Heart Association workshop. This article discusses how a science unit on the heart was taught in a creative and interesting way to fourth-grade students. (DF)
Descriptors: Cardiovascular System, Elementary Education, Learning Strategies, Motivation Techniques

Thomson, Norman; Stewart, James – Journal of Biological Education, 1985
Explains an algorithm which details procedures for solving a broad class of genetics problems common to pre-college biology. Several flow charts (developed from the algorithm) are given with sample questions and suggestions for student use. Conclusions are based on the authors' research (which includes student interviews and textbook analyses).…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Biology, Genetics, Learning Strategies
Buccino, Alphonse – Appraisal, 1985
Examines various characteristics of: (1) science teaching; (2) children (including their misconceptions); and (3) the sciences. Suggestions related to these three areas are offered to improve the current condition of science education. (JN)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Educational Improvement, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education