Reports findings from a focus group study of the opinions of 70 teachers in six secondary schools in England and Wales about the future of the compulsory science curriculum. Reports widespread support in principle for the proposed changes with concerns expressed over content and feasibility of implementation. (Author/MM)

A field test of the materials unit from the LAMP Project for low motivated secondary students is discussed. Facilities, students, teaching methodology, and the evaluation of the situation are described.

The course structure of a program offering sixth-form students an opportunity to hear from guest speakers in science-related industries and to study the industry's contributions to science is provided. Student evaluation of the program is also included. (CP)

Assesses the physics, chemistry and biology content of the Nuffield Combined Science Course used in British schools by experimental testing to children's understanding of the course. A model by which the pupils' achievement is mapped to an estimate of their maximum Piagetian level of thinking is presented. (HM)