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Leavens, Peter A. – Outdoor Communicator, 1981
A journal prepared by an astronomer describes the lunar and planetary sky formations that will be visible each month of 1982. (CM)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Diaries, Experiential Learning, Moons
Neidich, Carole Louise – Outdoor Communicator, 1981
Describes early spring night field trips by two naturalists and ten adults, armed with cameras and flashlights, in search of Spotted Salamanders performing ritual mating dances. Although dancing salamanders proved elusive, their habits and those of other pond life were examined and Spring American Woodcock nuptial flights were observed. (NEC)
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Experiential Learning, Field Trips, Observational Learning
Levin, Ted – Outdoor Communicator, 1981
Herman the Ermine's teaching methods are closely aligned to an ancient Chinese verse from the Book of Tao. According to author Law Tsu, "Teachers who teach best teach with no words." (Author)
Descriptors: Animals, Biological Sciences, Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education
Lindberg, Lois – Outdoor Communicator, 1981
Try to learn all you can about a plant in the winter. As the season changes, you can see what the dried seed pod is like in bloom. You are a convert if you notice a spectacular show of summer wildflowers and wonder what sort of winter weed will result. (Author/CM)
Descriptors: Botany, Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Experiential Learning
Marion, James I. – Outdoor Communicator, 1984
Deals with how educators can handle the subject of acid rain; illustrates suggestions with experiences of grade nine students visiting Frost Valley Environmental Education Center (Oliverea, New York) to learn scientific concepts through observation of outdoor phenomena, including a stream; and discusses acid rain, pH levels, and pollution control…
Descriptors: Acid Rain, Air Pollution, Conservation (Environment), Conservation Education