The all-in-one "Reference reference" you've been waiting for, this invaluable book offers a concise introduction to reference sources and services for a variety of readers, from library staff members who are asked to work in the reference department to managers and others who wish to familiarize themselves with this important area of…

Resource materials pertinent to the professional physical education and sport are cited. (JD)

Reviews resources which have a direct bearing on the teaching of undergraduate psychology courses. Includes print materials on teaching introductory psychology, conducting experiments, writing reports, advising students, preparation for graduate school, and periodical literature. Six organizations concerned with providing assistance to psychology…

This resource list was developed as part of the Emerging Scholars in K-12 Service-Learning Research Seminar, held at the University of Maryland on June 14-16, 2007 and hosted by The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning & Engagement (CIRCLE), University of Maryland; the Center for Youth and Communities, Brandeis University;…

This resource guide is a product of a research project whose goal was to create entrepreneurship training components for use in vocational instructional programs at the secondary level. Designed to accompany the 36 instructional modules, this resource guide lists all entrepreneurship materials identified during the literature review phase of the…

A survey of 129 science and technology-related centers and museums revealed a shortage of polymer chemistry exhibits. Describes those displays that do exist and suggests possibilities for future displays and exhibits. Contains 23 references. (WRM)

The model competency-based education assessments for mathematics have been developed in cooperation with the Ohio Council of Teachers of Mathematics (OCTM) task force for implementing National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Standards for Grades 1 through 8. Three types of assessment for each grade are presented. The first type of model…

Discusses the elements of classroom Web presentations: planning; construction, including design tips; classroom use; and assessment. Lists 14 World Wide Web resources for K-12 teachers; Internet search tools (directories, search engines and meta-search engines); a Web glossary; and an example of HTML for a simple Web page. (PEN)

This document contains materials from the Secretary's Conference on Improving Mathematics and Science Education, the purpose of which was to bring together leaders from across the nation to consider ways of improving the teaching of these disciplines. It is a compilation of papers and other documents which include examples of effective and dynamic…

Following a short paper on the rationale for aging education at all levels, several resource lists cite curriculum materials and general references on aging. Aging education is defined to encompass educational programs at all levels aimed at helping students learn more about the nature and problems of growing old. Focus is on the elementary and…

Provides selected resources in Catholic social teaching for elementary and secondary education. Lists publications and activities for staff development and classroom materials. (YKH)

Introduces the vast chemical resources available via the Internet. Lists guides to the Internet, chemistry resources on the Internet, chemical information resources, chemistry education resources, chemical industry-related sites, societies, and organizations. (WRM)

This guide is designed to expand the use of agriculture as a medium for environmental education. It's goal is to increase communication and sharing among farms, parks, schools, museums and other educational settings that utilize agriculture for environmental understanding. An introduction provides an overview of agriculture and education.…

This guide is intended for Bay Area (California) teachers who are interested in incorporating information on California Indians into their unit on California state history. The guide's purpose is to list resources in the Bay Area to help this unit come alive for students. Considerable care has been taken in the guide to choose only those resources…

Booklets that explain how to grow a peanut plant, save the bald eagle, or make jewelry from rice are available free or at minimal cost to schools. Seventeen sources of materials are listed. They cover such diverse topics as geology, wildlife, the sea and water, food, and crafts. (PP)