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Chapman, Bryan – Physics Education, 1996
Reflects on the implications of the changes that the Dearing review proposed for 16-19 education. Attempts to stimulate further discussion on the structure and content of the 16-19 physics curriculum for the next century. (JRH)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Arons, Arnold B. – American Journal of Physics, 1999
Believes that a student's understanding of energy concepts can be enhanced by introducing and using the concept of internal energy by articulating the first law of thermodynamics in a simple, phenomenological form without mathematical encumbrances. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Physics

Gibbons, J. A. – Curriculum Inquiry, 1979
This essay addresses the problem of the nature of curriculum integration, and an attempt is made to lay the basis for a theory of integration. An aspect of the relationship between mathematics and physics is discussed. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries

Chabay, Ruth W.; Sherwood, Bruce A. – American Journal of Physics, 1999
Argues that thermal physics should not be treated as a separate topic in introductory physics. Provides an example of a course that emphasizes physical modeling of the phenomenon in terms of the atomic nature of matter. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Atomic Theory, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Energy
Gargione, Luiz Antonio – 1998
This paper presents new principles and basic approaches for the curricula of engineering degree courses. The accentuated evolution of engineering, the fast technological transformations and, still, the impact provoked by government regulations in the field of education in Brazil have called attention to these issues. Following these changes, it…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Degree Requirements, Engineering Education

Mervis, Jeffrey – Science, 1998
Makes the case that the traditional sequence of biology, chemistry, and physics in U.S. high schools may be at the root of poor student performance. Reviews integrated, inverted, and coordinated science teaching. (DDR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biology, Chemistry, Curriculum Development

Anslow, John – Physics Education, 1999
Suggests that the physics that students find interesting and absorbing is not necessarily that which curriculum planners think it ought to be. Finds that what is crucial is thorough preparation, equipment that works, and the support of a skilled laboratory technician. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Knowledge Base for Teaching, Physics

Reif, Frederick – American Journal of Physics, 1999
Argues that it is advantageous to adopt a more modern approach that systematically builds on students' knowledge of the atomic structure of matter and elementary mechanics. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Atomic Theory, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Energy
Hull, Daniel M.; Pedrotti, Leno S. – VocEd, 1983
Many postsecondary technical education programs are facing obsolescence and need more than another course or piece of equipment to be effective. Educational institutions must restructure their programs, redesign their laboratories, and retrain their faculty. The business and industrial community is the direct beneficiary of a strong vocational…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Physics, Postsecondary Education, Program Improvement
Szekely, Beatrice Beach, Ed. – Soviet Education, 1987
This issue presents a collection of articles which critique the educational reforms in science and mathematics initiated in 1983. The articles devote special attention to physics, biology, mathematics, geography, and the instructional problems Soviet teachers encountered in presenting the new curricula. (JDH)
Descriptors: Biology, Curriculum Development, Educational Trends, Foreign Countries

Gonzalez, Antonio Moreno – Science and Education, 1998
Provides historical information on the incorporation of physics as a subject into secondary schools in Spain. Cites religious and political tensions as early roadblocks to curriculum development. (DDR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational History, Foreign Countries, Knowledge Representation
Toth, G. F. – 1994
In teaching a well-organized college physics course that is understandable to students, teachers should first understand students' conditions and circumstances and be clear on the goals of the course. The goals of physics teaching are commonly defined as understanding the nature of scientific reasoning and the concepts and methods of physics,…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Course Descriptions, Course Objectives, Curriculum Development

Turner, David – Comparative Education Review, 1984
The Nuffield "0"-level physics course (United Kingdom) and the Physical Sciences Study Committee course (United States) stressed preparation of professional scientists rather than "physics for all." Although they were important curriculum developments, the courses have done harm to the development of an entirely new style of…
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Foreign Countries

Haber-Schaim, Uri – Physics Teacher, 1982
Suggests criteria for constructing a "basic" physics program based on such premises as limited class time, time and practice needed for skill development/understanding structuring of subject matter, and choices of content and approach. Long-range objectives related to the list of premises are discussed. (SK)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Mechanics (Physics), Physics, Science Course Improvement Projects

Solomon, Joan – Physics Education, 1981
A teacher's viewpoints and comments on the core syllabus for A-level physics which appeared in the May 1980 issue of "Physics Education" are presented. (SK)
Descriptors: Core Curriculum, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development