Describes how a planetarium was constructed on the ceiling of a traditional physics laboratory. Similarities and differences between the "poor man's" planetarium and other planetariums are noted. (JN)

"Keeping Pace" has several goals. First, it strives to add to the body of knowledge about online education policy and practice and make recommendations for advances. Second, it serves as a reference source for information about programs and policies across the country, both for policymakers and practitioners who are new to online…

Offers suggestions and outlines ten easy steps for assuring a safer science classroom environment. Includes such recommendations as: scheduling a safety inspection; displaying safety posters; enforcing a laboratory dress code; establishing a safety reference library; and updating safety report forms and procedures. (ML)

Examines factors affecting attitudes toward laboratory chemistry. Subjects (N=1638) were grade 11 chemistry students in 78 schools in rural, suburban, and urban Oyo State, Nigeria. Data indicate that students' attitudes toward chemistry as a subject is the most important determinant of the attitude toward the laboratory. (JM)

Describes experiments which demonstrate how different diets affect the growth rate of earthworms. Procedures for feeding baby worms are outlined, the analysis of results are discussed, and various modifications of the exercise are provided. (CS)

The purpose of this document is to identify potentially hazardous substances that may be in use in many school laboratories and to provide an inventory of these substances so that science teachers may take the initiative in providing for the proper storage, handling, use, and if warranted, removal of hazardous materials. The document consists of…

Describes an earth science laboratory approach designed to involve students in an ongoing method of solving problems; student questions and discussion provide the basis for laboratory exercises. (Author/SL)

Educators seeking support for continuation of science laboratory instruction can find information in the ERIC data base. Sections cover: (1) what's available; (2) beliefs about the role of laboratories; (3) what critics say; and (4) research evidence. (MP)

Provides information regarding spill control systems in chemical and biological laboratories. Various methods currently in use are described. Suggestions are made for the use of absorbents. (CS)

Discussed are causes of fires that occur in school science laboratories and ways of preventing them. (RH)

Identifies the characteristics and components of a quality laboratory program for secondary science students. Suggests approaches, questions, and activities that aim to provide challenging experiences in the sciences. Also provides a listing of recommended laboratory standards and procedures. (ML)

Summarizes common practices designed to promote safety consciousness in high school chemistry laboratories. (CS)

Reviews the dangers of benzene as a toxin as well as a flammable substance. (CS)

Describes the study of sandy beach zonations as a seashore activity for either high school or lower-level college courses in biology, ecology, or marine biology. Students first draw a profile of a beach scene and then collect specimens from the zones of the shore. In a laboratory, students identify their specimens and relate them to the beach…

Discusses two factors to consider when initiating advanced placement (AP) chemistry, namely, the quality of those teaching the program and the time necessary to teach the relevant concepts. Suggests offering laboratory sessions during evening hours as an alternative to traditional daytime arrangements for laboratory blocks. (JN)