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King, K. D.; Ochsendorf, R. J.; Solomon, G. E. A.; Sloane, F. C. – International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 2020
In this article, the authors describe critical issues related to the pursuit of rigorous and innovative research in the fields of mathematics and science education. The paper is framed to help researchers consider aspects of both their research project and their research proposal. The authors describe features of high-quality and fundable research…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Science Instruction, Research Projects, Financial Support
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Huebner, Jay S.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Provides information appropriate for introductory lectures on photoelectric effects in membranes. Describes the apparatus and supplies required for laboratory exercises. Outlines typical laboratory exercises. Identifies the chromophores known to induce photoelectric effects. Concludes that this topic can provide useful subjects for undergraduate…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, College Science, Higher Education, Laboratory Experiments
Pirkle, Sheila F.; Pallrand, George J. – 1989
This research compared the performance of ninth grade females and males on flight protocol, with particular attention to interpretation of the graphs of paths of falling bodies, rolling objects, and projectiles. These subjects were chosen because they had received no formal instruction in projectile motion, yet through typical life experience, had…
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Decision Making, Females, Field Studies
National Science Foundation, Washington, DC. Directorate for Science and Engineering Education. – 1987
The Program for Research in Teaching and Learning of the National Science Foundation (NSF) supports basic and applied research on what NSF considers to be the most significant factors that underlie effective teaching and learning in science and mathematics at all levels. This document provides descriptions of projects funded during fiscal years…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Aid
Educational Technology Center, Cambridge, MA. – 1988
The Educational Technology Center (ETC) has devoted the last five years to studying ways of using the computer and other information technologies to teach understanding in science, mathematics, and computing in the nation's elementary and secondary schools. The Center's research has focused on targets of difficulty, topics and concepts that are…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education
Ridgway, Jim; Lewis, R. – 1986
The first of two reports in this document identifies research topics relevant to the introduction of information technology (IT) into schools. A discussion of general issues in IT points out the need for detailed empirical evaluation for the implementation of IT; the need to overcome barriers to innovation; and the need to support and encourage…
Descriptors: Action Research, Artificial Intelligence, Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction