The purpose of this study was to develop a taxonomy which would categorize high level physics problem-solving behaviors, and to examine the usefulness of such a classification system. This classification of learning objectives is based on complexity, a nonarbitrary measure which does not rely upon comparison between students but rather is based on…

As a supplement to the principal reports, a total of 776 verbal behavioral objectives are incorporated in this document relating to the U. S. Naval Academy Self-Paced Physics Course. The objectives are related to the following aspects: physical measurements, frames of reference, significant figures, statics, dynamics, kinematics, electricity, and…

Presents the results of a questionnaire administered to college chemistry students; the questionnaire contained a list of 33 aims of chemistry course that were rated by the students according to importance. (MLH)

As a supplement to the principal reports of the U. S. Naval Academy Self-Paced Physics (ED 062 123 - ED 062 125), the course objectives, structure, and sequence are discussed in this document to provide an overview of the program's development and operation. Following a description of goals, characteristics, content, systems approach, media…

Raises serious objections to present form of chemistry courses for non-science majors. Instead of watering down chemistry content and presenting science as a better subject than others, emphasis should be directed to teach non-science major students to appreciate chemistry. Fundamental concepts are used to solve problems and students should be…

Discusses the building of a scientific theory on the basis of its characteristics including inflexible and comprehensive nature and related degree of trueness.'' Indicates that detailed phenomenon explanation, clarification of the theory scope, and presentation of competing theories are worthy objectives to pursue in teaching science to…

Steps that should be taken to design and implement computer-based instruction (CBI) for undergraduate science and engineering courses are outlined, and these steps are based on the experience of faculty at the University of Texas at Austin. Among the steps described are development of course material, developmental and validation testing of…