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King, Chris; Gorfinkiel, Denise; Frick, María – International Journal of Science Education, 2021
An international survey of geoscience education has been carried out jointly by UNESCO and the International Geoscience Education Organisation (IGEO) to address the question of 'How does school-level Earth science education compare across the globe? The survey gathered data from experts in 51 countries, comprising more than half the global…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Science Education, Foreign Countries, Comparative Education
Klosterman, Michelle; Sadler, Troy; Brown, Julie – Science Scope, 2012
As advocated by the new K-12 framework for science and as demonstrated in research, teachers are making use of media, now more than ever, to capture students' attention and draw connections between school science and students' everyday lives (Klosterman, Sadler, and Brown 2012; NRC 2012). However, it is essential for students to understand the…
Descriptors: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), Media Literacy, Microbiology, Science Curriculum
Sylva, Traci; Chinn, Pauline; Kinoshita, Charles – Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education, 2010
A Hawaiian cultural-based agricultural and environmental science professional development course was transformed based on the precepts of situated learning in communities of practice, and offered to K-12 teachers. In this article we describe the format and content of the transformed course based on lessons learned from previous years offered to…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Team Teaching, Science Curriculum, Culturally Relevant Education

Gerlovich, Jack; Fagle, David – Science Teacher, 1983
Describes development of K-12 aerospace education materials. The ninth-grade component, adopted as a pilot program, consists of four parts: history, applications (principles of flight, weather, navigation), spin-offs of research, and careers/organizations. Program evaluation results are reported. (JN)
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education

Massiello, Jennifer Davis – NAMTA Journal, 1993
The Science Mentor Program at Ruffing Montessori School East allows students to visit scientists at work. These visits, along with readings, classes, and essay assignments, help students gain a better understanding of the work of scientists and the conduct of scientific research. (MDM)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Course Descriptions, Elementary Secondary Education, Mentors
Illinois State Univ., Normal. Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology. – 1998
Integrated Mathematics, Science, and Technology (IMaST) is a 2 year integrated mathematics, science, and technology curriculum for the middle grades. The program is composed of 10 modules that provide the full curriculum for each of these disciplines. The program is designed to be taught by a team of teachers for approximately 120 minutes per day…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials, Mathematics Curriculum

School Science Review, 1980
Presents three science education notes for British science teachers and educators. These are (1) science in general studies; (2) the problem of primary science; and (3) the development of a grade 3 science course. (HM)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Educational Trends, Elementary School Science

Simpson, Steve – Journal of Environmental Education, 1988
States that the responsibility for bringing outdoor education themes into the reading of literature lies with the outdoor educator and not the classroom teacher. Presents a model for introducing such themes into school curricula and uses the works of Thoreau, Brautigan, and Dr. Seuss as examples. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Course Descriptions, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

Schmid, G. Bruno – Physics Education, 1982
Describes the first course of a new physics curriculum developed at the Karlsruke Institute for the Didactics of Physics. The basic idea, energy flow, is introduced at the beginning of the course and illustrated by examples from everyday life. Highlights selected topics which introduce concepts unique to the approach. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Course Descriptions, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

Schaefer, Gerhard – European Journal of Science Education, 1981
Presents a frame syllabus for biology teaching at the primary and secondary school levels, covering the age range 6 to 18 years. The topics listed, with resulting implications for school life and society, can be used to prepare state-level biology syllabi and for curriculum reform. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: Articulation (Education), Biology, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Texas Education Agency, Austin. Div. of Curriculum Development. – 1980
Presented is the framework of science programs for Texas public schools, K-12. This publication consists of four major sections in addition to an introduction which includes the rationale for developing this science framework and the function of the science curriculum. The first section presents 15 topics along with 36 suggested module titles and…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

Benson, Bernard W. – Science Teacher, 1982
Inservice mini-courses using a learning cycle instructional strategy (exploration, invention, discovery) have been developed. A description of the mini-course format (compatible with inservice programs sponsored by school systems), sample outline, and list of courses developed (with themes of environmental science and/or energy) are included.…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education

Ward, Charlotte R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1984
Describes a course taught at Auburn University (AL) for middle school students. Includes rationale for the course, instructional strategies used, comments on skill building, and descriptions of individual activity stations. Possible spin-offs from such a class which can improve science teaching in the public school classroom are also considered.…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education

Gennaro, Eugene; Heller, Patricia – Science and Children, 1982
Describes Microcomputer, Nighttime Astronomy, and Communications Technology courses designed specifically for parents and their middle school children to take together. Includes overall goals and family reactions to the courses which appear to foster scientific literacy and bring parents and children closer together while engaged in educational…
Descriptors: After School Programs, Course Descriptions, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

Croft, Paul – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Describes activities of the nine Centers and one Day Care Center (in England and Wales) sponsored by the Field Studies Council. Focuses on inservice teacher education courses and center-run courses in environmental subjects. Includes a sample outline for a one-week course, indicating exercises/principles and instructional strategies for each day.…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
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