Major considerations in planning and implementing curriculum changes in science education are presented in this handbook. Steps for building a general framework for curriculum planning are related to key questions which should be considered in applying this framework to an approach selected. Presented are characteristics of the major approaches to…

A restructuring of the vocational education curriculum at a rural high school in a consolidated school district was made, in order to ensure student-centered learning geared to student needs, specifically for occupational preparation. Changes made included introduction of semester-length courses. To facilitate the development of individualized…

The selections in this book encompass a broad spectrum of resource-based learning experiences, and are intended to help teachers and administrators gain a better understanding of the concepts and devise effective and efficient ways to use these materials. Titles include: "Introducing Resources for Learning" (Sally Brown and Brenda…