Descriptor
Author
| Penick, John E., Ed. | 2 |
| Buchwald, Caryl Edward | 1 |
| Bybee, Rodger Wayne | 1 |
| Dineley, D. L. | 1 |
| Dunkhase, John A., Ed. | 1 |
| Jordan, Robert R. | 1 |
| Mayer, Victor J. | 1 |
| Palmer, Allison R. | 1 |
| Romey, William D. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Opinion Papers | 8 |
| Journal Articles | 6 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 4 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
| Practitioners | 8 |
| Teachers | 3 |
| Policymakers | 1 |
| Researchers | 1 |
Location
| United Kingdom (England) | 1 |
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedJordan, Robert R. – Journal of Geological Education, 1989
Discussed are the motivations of geology teachers, a definition of teaching, and the meaning of geology. Stresses that teaching is a matter of providing opportunities for learning. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Educational Philosophy, Geology
Peer reviewedBuchwald, Caryl Edward; Bybee, Rodger Wayne – Journal of Geological Education, 1990
Presented is one approach to the reform of earth science education. Discussed are conceptual themes, the role of elementary school science, the development of positive science attitudes, selection of topics and the role of the geologist. (CW)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Earth Science, Educational Improvement, Educational Trends
Peer reviewedMayer, Victor J. – Science Teacher, 1991
Presented are the reasons why the earth sciences must play a major role in curriculum renovation. Philosophical, methodological, and conceptual contributions to K-12 curriculum content are discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Biology, Curriculum Development, Earth Science, Geology
Peer reviewedRomey, William D. – Journal of Geological Education, 1990
Discussed are procedures for increasing understanding and appreciation of geology among undergraduates. Included are using student-centered approaches, deemphasizing the use of conventional textbooks, increasing the use of nonspecialized field programs, and increasing the experimental dimensions of geology programs. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Geology, Higher Education
Peer reviewedDineley, D. L. – Journal of Geological Education, 1990
Changes in the national secondary science curriculum in England and Wales are discussed. The new syllabus is described and the problems for science teaching created by this new curriculum are highlighted. (CW)
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Descriptions, Earth Science, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedPalmer, Allison R. – Journal of Geological Education, 1991
Science teachers and teacher educators need to reexamine the geoscience content in their courses. Public ignorance about science, in general, and about key concepts of the geological sciences, in particular, inhibits effective action on problems relating to environmental change, land utilization, hazard mitigation, construction safety, cost…
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Influences
Download full textPenick, John E., Ed. – 1986
Eight examples of innovative and outstanding earth science programs are described. These programs were selected using state criteria and at least four independent reviewers. While Project Synthesis offered a desired state, these examples of excellence provided views of what is already a reality. The goals of an exemplary science program are…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Critical Thinking, Demonstration Programs, Earth Science
Penick, John E., Ed.; Dunkhase, John A., Ed. – 1988
Fifteen innovative college science programs based on survey results about perceptions of excellence in college science teaching are presented. The goals, program origins, special features of the programs, evaluations, and conclusions are described for each. Discussed are the commonalities among this collection of 15 college science programs and…
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, College Science, Computer Uses in Education
