The historic underrepresentation of women, certain racial and ethnic minorities, and members of other marginalized groups in careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) reflects a disproportionate exit of individuals from these academic and career paths due to both environmental and personal factors. To transition…

Provided are 23 course syllabi representing a broad range of courses taught in the fields of history of technology and technological studies. The collection falls into two major categories. The first section outlines courses dealing primarily with the history of technology, including courses dealing with the history of technology in a Western or…

Discussed is the need for examining the reasons for teaching optics to help to determine how optics should be taught. (SL)

Reports the results of a survey of graduates, employers, and instructors of engineering technology programs for the essential topics in mechanical engineering technology, mechanical drafting/design technology, manufacturing engineering technology, and industrial engineering technology. Identifies the proficiency level suggested for classwork and…

This paper discusses a college-level course on contemporary topics in science offered to non-science majors at the State University College of New York. The authors examine the objectives, methods, and various student groupings utilized in the course, investigate why it has been successful, and make recommendations for courses of this nature. The…

The first page of this list of requirements for elementary science teachers lists overall course objectives for a Teacher Corps science education course. Next are instructions for learning to use the Science Teacher Observation Rating Form, followed by an analysis of each item on the form, instructions for scoring it, and a copy of the form…

Describes units included in a high school chemistry course for mathematics-shy students. Includes rationale for developing and maintaining the course. (SK)

Discusses a "process control" course in undergraduate chemical engineering. Describes current practices and philosophy and an outline for a course to be taught in the future. Appended are summaries of 12 participants' discussion. (YP)

This document provides a detailed outline of performance objectives and test items for an introductory secondary level life science course. (SL)

This document provides a detailed outline of performance objectives and test items for an introductory secondary level earth science course. (SL)

This document provides a detailed outline of performance objectives and test items for an introductory secondary level physical science course. (SL)

Introduces two courses for developing relevant computer use in a civil engineering department. The sophomore course introduces students to a set of problem-formulation methods and computer-based problem-solving tools. The senior course introduces students to representative, professional quality computer-aided engineering tools. Discusses impact of…

The guide, prepared to supplement the existing curriculum, suggests activities for teachers related to three goals: (1) Self Goal: the student developing an awareness of who he/she is and through effective decision-making what he/she can become; (2) Society Goal: the student becoming aware of the interrelationships of society with his/her school,…

Teachers and scientists indicated, by questionnaire, that elementary science curricula should emphasize the importance of biology for self-understanding and the development of positive attitudes toward science. Secondary level curricula should emphasize subject matter, history of science, and application of biology in life. (CP)

Suggests an application basis for a combined science and technology education. Describes the development of ideas and materials for a course in "physics from its applications and use." Gives a sample activity from the course. Evaluates the program in terms of its requirements and directions. (CW)