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Edmund, Norman W. – 2000
This booklet introduces the SM-14 (Scientific Method) Formula and lists characteristics of the scientific method. A history and progression of the scientific method is also featured. Contents include: (1) The Basic Principles of the Scientific Method; (2) Submitting Ideas Incorporating SM-14; (3) The 11 Stages of the SM-14 Formula and Famous…
Descriptors: Creativity, Decision Making, Evaluation, Inquiry
Handy, Rollo; Harwood, E. C. – 1973
This book discusses and analyzes the many different procedures of inquiry, both old and new, which have been used in an attempt to solve the problems men encounter. Section A examines some outmoded procedures of inquiry, describes scientific inquiry, and presents the Dewey-Bentley view of scientific method. Sections B and C, which comprise the…
Descriptors: Analytical Criticism, Behavioral Sciences, Definitions, Glossaries
Koberg, Don; Bagnall, Jim – 1974
This publication provides an organizational scheme for a creative problem solving process. The authors indicate that all problems can benefit from the same logical and orderly process now employed to solve many complex problems. The principles remain constant; only specific methods change. Chapter 1 analyzes the development of creativity and fear…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Creative Development, Creativity, Guidelines
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2006
Making connections becomes increasingly important as students proceed through middle school and high school. This book shows ways of embedding connective processes in instruction in grades 9-12. Problems invite mathematical modeling, unify diverse content, call for different representations, and encourage students to look back at their work to…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Book Reviews, Textbook Content, Mathematics Activities
Handy, Rollo; Harwood, E. C. – 1973
This book discusses modern scientific inquiry and examines the procedures of inquiry into human behavior used in the behavioral science disciplines. Psychologists look at the individual's adjustive procedures and the evolution of those adjustments within a species. Anthropologists inquire into the behavioral similarities and differences of human…
Descriptors: Anthropology, Behavioral Sciences, Bibliographies, Cybernetics
Graves, Norman J., Ed. – 1982
Designed for elementary and secondary teachers around the world, this book presents a variety of strategies, objectives, and content for teaching geography. The first of 10 chapters takes a critical look at some of the recent changes in geography and education. Chapter 2 examines learning problems in light of research by Piaget and Bruner.…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Comparative Education, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Problems