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Berns, Barbara Brauner; Kantrov, Ilene; Pasquale, Marian; Makang, Doris Santamaria; Zubrowski, Bernie; Goldsmith, Lynn T. – 2001
This guide is part of a series of curriculum guides for the middle grades that use a special framework to examine and implement standards-based curricula. In this guide, for developing science curricula for the middle grades, a set of critical questions is posed for curriculum decision making that corresponds to a framework of three components of…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Educational Improvement
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Strauss, Michael; Fulwiler, Toby – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1990
An open format in which students keep log books to help them become more active in the learning process is discussed. Included are creative thought and language, visualization, and using writing to learn how to learn. Examples of student writing are provided. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Integrated Activities, Learning Strategies
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Stewart, Jim; Maclin, Rich – Journal of Biological Education, 1990
Two representations useful in teaching transmission genetics are described. Details of the representations and problem solving using these instructional aids are discussed. The importance of developing representations which help remedy specific difficulties that students commonly encounter is stressed. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Genetics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
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Smaldino, Sharon; Thompson, Cathy – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Proposed are the use of implementation strategies available to teachers through the application of Robert Gagne's nine instructional events. The application of computer technology in science education is discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Learning Strategies
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Solid Waste and Emergency Response. – 2001
This booklet contains examples of volunteer projects related to solid waste management as developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), whose mission is to protect human health and the natural environment. EPA's Office of Solid Waste (OSW) promotes volunteerism and community service programs for people of all ages. A variety of…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Hands on Science
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Scanlon, David – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2002
This article describes the PROVE strategy, which provides students with learning disabilities with a procedure for naming a concept, providing evidence (both why and how), and defending it. Research results are presented that indicate students with (n=12) and without (n=26) disabilities benefited from the PROVE strategy. (Contains references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Inclusive Schools, Inquiry, Knowledge Representation
Mitman, Alexis L.; And Others – 1985
Designed to provide teachers with new knowledge about the goals of science instruction and practical recommendations for instructional practice, this third of a three part series of guidebooks provides guidance for teachers in incorporating the scientific literacy components into different scientific topics. A review is provided of the major…
Descriptors: Biology, Classroom Techniques, Educational Planning, Inservice Teacher Education
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Rayner-Canham, Geoffrey W.; Rayner-Canham, Marelene F. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Described is a series of computer tutorials developed to teach students a logical method of problem solving for chemistry. The structure, pedagogy, and problem-solving strategies of the computer software program are described. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Hegener, Mark, Ed.; Hegener, Helen, Ed. – 1995
This book contains a collection of articles from "Home Education Magazine" for the years 1984-94. The articles offer views and information on socialization, the selection of curriculum materials, networking, evaluation and accountability, legal considerations, political involvement, higher education, and the location of resources. The book's six…
Descriptors: Educational Resources, Elementary Secondary Education, Home Programs, Home Schooling
Patton, James R. – 1988
This paper on science instruction for learners with mental disabilities reviews the limited literature base in the field and provides practical information on teaching science in special settings. To assist in implementing best instructional practices in science education, the paper discusses the curricular make-up of science instruction; various…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Educational Practices, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
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Blickensderfer, Roger – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
Presented are several simple kinetic systems together with the spreadsheets used to solve them. A set of exercises in chemical kinetics appropriate for an introductory course in physical chemistry is given. Error propagation calculations with experimental data are illustrated. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Computation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Woods, Donald R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Reviews a monograph which addresses children's higher-order thinking skills. Suggests the following for teaching problem solving: identify and develop content-independent and content-dependent problem-solving skills, connect developed skills through workshop-style activities to subject discipline, and help students identify and reconstruct their…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures
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Fox, John N.; Eddy, Jerry K. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1990
This paper describes how computers were employed by workshop participants, the commercial materials used, some of the experiments performed using computer interfaces, and the effect of computer interfacing on the science laboratory. Increased student interest through the study of open-ended experiments is discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Inservice Teacher Education
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Scholes, Corey – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1998
Presents a diagnostic teaching unit in general science designed to identify effective learning strategies for seventh-grade students with learning disabilities or behavior disorders. The unit is intended to identify effective strategies for students in reading comprehension, mathematics problem solving, and memory. Detailed instructions for four…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Diagnostic Teaching, Grade 7, Junior High Schools
Learning and Skills Network (NJ3), 2007
This publication provides advice for schools exploring the possibility of introducing Triple Science GCSEs. It focuses on strategies for raising attainment generally but within the context of Triple Science. The document is split into six sections: The introduction, titled "Preparing to Implement Triple Science Courses," introduces some…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Learning Strategies, Student Motivation, Educational Change
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