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Miele, Eleanor A.; Hainline, Louise; Lesser, Peter; Powell, Wayne G.; Tisch, Seraphina; Tomkiewicz, Micha – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2011
Four science programs at our public urban liberal arts college have struggled to attract and retain majors: physics, environmental studies, geology, and teaching science. The Brooklyn Opportunities in Science and Careers (BOSC) program aims to increase student participation in these majors using a new career-focused strategy to recruit students.…
Descriptors: Science Careers, Majors (Students), Field Trips, Program Evaluation
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Stannard, Carl R.; Cherrington, Wilfrid J. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1983
Describes a cooperative venture between a college faculty member and elementary school students/teachers. Each year the faculty member presents two basic physics assembly programs at the school (one for upper and one for lower grades). Includes examples of assembly activities and summary of 1977-1982 teachers' evaluations of the program. (JN)
Descriptors: Assembly Programs, College School Cooperation, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
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Jewett, John W., Jr.; Lessie, Douglas – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1983
Describes a two-semester laboratory program designed to motivate students. The program consists of computer-oriented modules and discovery approach laboratory exercises. Students complete similar computer/laboratory material during the first semester but elect one of three tracks during the second semester (computer, every-day life, and…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Curriculum Development, Higher Education