A state representative from Oregon uses his state as example for political action regarding critical sociobiological issues having great bearing on world ecosystems: pollution, energy-resource allocation, and population density. Discusses ozone depletion, use of fluorocarbons, and the Oregon Energy Policy. Suggests methods of involving educators.…

Traces the development of environmental awareness. Conservation and protection of environment are old concepts in the history of America. (PS)

Explored is the problem of world population trends and food distribution. In discussing the need for a global ethic for the allocation of resources, numerous references are cited. (MA)

The governor of Colorado explores two views related to causes of energy shortage: inadequate supply and excessive demand. Supports both increased supply and decreased demand, but offers reasons for conservation and adjustment in habits and thinking. The synthetic fuels program of Colorado is mentioned as an example. (CS)

Discusses various aspects of sea water, including: (1) the properties of sea water, (2) the law of relative proportions, (3) the ocean as a buffer, (4) the oxygen in sea water, and (5) the promise of chemical harvest from sea water. (CS)

Provides listings of acid rain resource material groups under: (1) printed materials (pamphlets, books, articles); (2) audiovisuals (slide/tape presentations, tape, video-cassette); (3) miscellaneous (buttons, pocket lab, umbrella); (4) transparencies; (5) bibliographies; and (6) curriculum materials. Sources and prices (when applicable) are…

Author proposes that the process of natural selection has resulted in higher forms of life. The Theory of Creation fails to appreciate the continuing nature of the natural selection process. Proofs of the natural selection process and the origin of species with new characteristics are observable. (PS)

Doubts about the validity of the general theory of evolution are raised. Evidence in favor of evolution is circumstantial and not reproducible. Teachers should explain the theory of creation proposed in the Bible when discussing evolution. (PS)

Describes the basic logic behind the modern view of evolution theory. Despite gaps in fossil records, evidence is indicative of the origin of life from nonliving molecules and evolution of higher forms of life from simpler forms. (PS)