Discusses the current concern about nuclear war, suggesting reasons for that concern and what implications may follow for science teachers. Offers resources for those who want to increase their understanding of the issue and the technology that underlies it. (Author/JN)

Cites ways by which increased technology and advanced industrialization have led to decreased mental demands on most people. Views the teaching of science as an area in which appeasements must not be made. (CP)

Describes a teaching technique where students are to describe in detail, identify the unusual aspects of, and then provide an explanation of puzzling events or situations" in terms of previous experience and known scientific principles. Illustrated with examples, mostly chemical. (AL)

Describes the rationale behind Synectics Education Systems (SES) which is primarily a way of thinking. The main feature of the approach is the making of analogies. Two examples of applying the technique are given. Suggestions for using the technique in lesson planning are also given. (BR)

Presents the instructional procedures used in a team teaching situation. Identifies advantages and problems encountered in cyclic approach to demonstration, laboratory, programed, and large group activities. (DS)

Employs a questioning format by which science teachers can determine if they are subscribing to vocational, discovery, or humanistic paradigms. (CP)

Enumerates five reasons for using science fiction as an aid in teaching science. Also included is a source list of materials that can be utilized. (BR)

Describes the main features of the personalized system of instruction (PSI) or Keller Plan, and outlines the advantages and disadvantages encountered in implementing this instructional format in a freshman non-major biology course. (JR)