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Peer reviewedWatts, Mike; West, Alan – School Science Review, 1992
Describes using problem solving in science instruction and the advantages derived from this approach. Authors' experience suggests there are many problem-solving approaches in physics, technology, and biology but that chemists have not yet made an impact. Presents two case studies in problem solving in chemistry from the Creativity in Science and…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Educational Strategies, Foreign Countries, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedDenniston, Erin – Science and Children, 2002
Recommends the use of puzzles to help elementary school children sharpen their problem solving skills. Describes the use of a Puzzle Day to promote problem solving. (DDR)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Critical Thinking, Educational Games, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedBowman, Ray D. – Science Teacher, 1991
Discusses the establishment and implications of programs and workshops developed in response to Florida's State Comprehension Plan for Mathematics, Science, and Computer Education. Emphases are on efforts geared toward expanding support for precollege science teaching. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, High Schools, Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematics Education
Download full textFriedman, Alan; And Others – 1980
Presented is a workshop guide for planetarium educators. Seven modules and four appendices focus on organizational patterns, learning theories, questioning strategies, activities for the planetarium, and incorporating all of the above into teaching. The four appendices include a list of the 1978 workshop participants, an annotated bibliography for…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Biological Sciences, Earth Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Carmichael, J. W., Jr.; And Others – 1981
This manual was developed to provide guidance to individuals working in Project SOAR (Stress on Analytical Reasoning), a pre-freshman summer program for science majors anticipating matriculation at Xavier University of Louisiana. Following an overview of Xavier University and Project SOAR and an outline of general instructions, specific…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Biology, Chemistry, College Mathematics
Indiana State Dept. of Education, Indianapolis. Center for School Improvement and Performance. – 1989
These modules were developed to assist teachers at the intermediate level to move away from extensive skill practice and toward more meaningful interdisciplinary learning. This packet, to be used by teachers in the summer Extended Learning Program, provides detailed thematic lesson plans matched to the Indiana Curriculum Proficiency Guide. The…
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Aerospace Technology, Astronomy, Cooperative Learning
Southeastern Regional Vision for Education (SERVE), Tallahassee, FL. – 1992
The Sharing Success program, recognizes exemplary public school programs and practices in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Each year, SERVE emphasizes a specific program area for recognition based on one of the national goals for education. This "Sharing Success" publication…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education
