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Pax, Julianna; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes a high school chemistry competition at the University of Maryland (College Park). Basic guidelines, organization, events, and evaluation of the competition are provided. A list of events is presented. (YP)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Competition, Guidelines, Science Fairs
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Teachworth, Martin D. – Science Teacher, 1987
Discusses the approach taken in a science project program at a math/science/computer magnet school. Explains the procedures, student requirements, and scheduling needs of the program. Contains a checklist of 17 steps for completion of the project. (ML)
Descriptors: Models, Science Education, Science Fairs, Science Instruction
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Levine, Dana – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes the New Jersey Chemistry Olympics involving events such as library research, laboratory experimentation, model building, and computer programing. The goals, operational plan, competition events, and evaluation of the Olympics are discussed. (YP)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Competition, Laboratory Equipment, Programing
Dependents Schools (DOD), Washington, DC. Pacific Region. – 1989
Each year, beginning in the early spring, Department of Defense Dependent Schools, Pacific Region conducts a Junior Science and Humanities Symposium program. The information for putting together such a program is contained in this document. Students are invited to conduct original research in the sciences, mathematics, the humanities, and computer…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Dependents Schools, Humanities, Mathematics Instruction
Savage, Candace – North American Environment, 1988
Describes environmental education activities available in the Northwest Territories including the "Science Alive" project, the "Dial-an-Expert" service and a science fair program provided by the Science Institute of the Northwest Territories. Gives an outline of the Institute. Provides some demographic and geographic data of…
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Environment
Science News, 1988
Reviews the results of the 47th Annual Science Talent Search sponsored by the Westinghouse Electric Corporation and the Westinghouse Foundation. Describes some of the projects done by students. Lists the names and schools of the 16- to 18-year-old winners. (CW)
Descriptors: Awards, National Programs, Scholarships, Science Activities
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McBride, John W.; Silverman, Fredrick L. – Science and Children, 1988
Discusses some of the problems associated with winners and losers at science fairs. Presents two alternatives to the traditional prize system: "The Scouting Concept" and "The County Fair Concept." Stresses the values and learnings that are associated with successful fairs. (CW)
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods
Dependents Schools (DOD), Washington, DC. Pacific Region. – 1988
This booklet is a program management tool designed for use by high school students and teachers participating in science research programs throughout the United States as well as overseas. The program consists of a symposium during which students are invited to conduct original research in the sciences, mathematics, humanities, and computer…
Descriptors: High Schools, Models, Program Guides, Research Papers (Students)
Chisman, Dennis, Comp. – 1986
Throughout the world, increased attention is being paid to the promotion of out-of-school activities in the fields of science and technology. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization supports a wide range of activities such as science clubs, fairs, Olympiads, museums and centers. This publication presents a broad…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries