Capstone experiences have high educational impact with a number of approaches for biology. In most capstones, students produce a major project, typically as an undergraduate research experience, with a primary goal to integrate students' learning. At Augustana, our senior biology capstone uses history and philosophy to frame students' reflections…

Describes the syllabus and structure of the final examination for a new course in Social Biology to be offered at A' level in Britain. The syllabus consists of three sections dealing with the study of mankind, social behavior, and human ecology. (JR)

Describes nine minicourses in chemistry designed to acquaint the non-science major with practical applications of chemistry in everyday experiences. Each course consists of daily classes for two weeks for one credit and is offered on a credit/no credit basis. (MLH)

Describes a one semester course in introductory stellar astrophysics at the advanced undergraduate level. The course aims to integrate all previously learned physics by applying it to the study of stars. After a brief introductory section on basic astronomical measurements, the main topics covered are stellar atmospheres, stellar structure, and…

Reviews a one-credit hour undergraduate inorganic chemistry course. (SL)

Reviews a quantitative analysis course taught by the personalized system of instruction (PSI). (SL)

Describes chemistry programs in four Australian secondary schools. (CP)

Describes a one month course entitled "Chemists in Industry," offered between semesters at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The students visit numerous industries according to a scheduled program and submit reports at the end of the course. (MLH)

The syllabi included in this package outline the science courses to be taught in the Technical Schools of the Education Department of Victoria (Australia) in grades seven through ten. There is a separate syllabus for each grade, with two parts for grade ten. Each syllabus contains a statement of aims, a list of the topics to be taught (including…

Describes a new course in physics which employs the Mass-Radius (M-R) diagram, for non-science majors. The intent of this course is to permit the comprehension and appreciation of the why and wherefore of the gross structure of the universe. (GA)

Explains a physics course in which the students sign up for the lectures pertinent to their majors, mathematical abilities, and the university of their choice. (GA)

Reports on a chemistry course in winemaking and viticulture. (SL)

This column reviews commercially produced science curricula and highlights "Individualized Science" by Imperial International Learning Corporation. A description of the program is given as well as specific aspects of the organization of units and materials used. (BR)

Results are reported on a one year introductory course for Chicano, Black, American Indian, and Asian-American minority students. Teaching innovations employed were edited lecture notes and a class council. Evaluation of student performance including a comparison with students in other introductory physics courses and student evaluation are…