This collection of instruction modules studies the interactions of science, technology, and society (STS) using five activity sets. The introduction module includes activities which show students the STS relationships in their world, develop good organizational skills, develop an understanding of who and what a scientist is, develop graphing skills, and aid in organizing data. Module 1 studies "the auto and energy" from a heat aspect. Activities include studies changing energy from one form to another, heat energy converted to mechanical energy, energy conversions (chemical to light), and making a thermistor. Module 2 examines "selecting your dream car." Student activities used are determining what the interior, exterior, and performance should be, costs of owning an automobile, and analyzing advertising methods in search of valid information. Module 3 stresses "transportation and your community." Skills developed include map making and reading, method of transportation and mileage, and the effects of different cars on gas usage. Module 4 covers "AUTO issues--the speed limit, seat belts, and you". Topics studied include local and national speed limits, fuel consumption and speed, and seatbelt safety. Each activity includes processes developed, instructional objectives, questions, materials and data, and a teacher evaluation form. In some modules, extras such as vocabulary words or word search games are included. (MVL)