The difference between weight and mass, the desirability of "metric only" instruction, and the importance of decimals are among the topics discussed in this paper presented at a metric education conference. Comments on the potential of SI metric as a universal language and on efficient methods of converting to the metric system also are included.…

Designed to introduce the metric system to consumers, this guide, developed in Canada, offers a brief definition and history of the metric system and rationale for change. The conversion experiences of other countries are described, and questions about learning the new system and problems involved with the conversion process are also considered.…

President Ford's message on the metric bill (Public Law 94-168) and the bill itself are reprinted. (SD)

Argues for the acceptance of the metric system in the United States. (JMB)

As producers of lumber are preparing to convert their output to the metric system, wood shop and building construction teachers must become familiar with the metric measurement language and methods. Manufacturers prefer the "soft conversion" process of changing English to metric units rather than hard conversion, or redimensioning of lumber. Some…

Distributive education teachers should heed the development of metrification and make a strenuous effort to prepare the new generation for the conversion to metric measures. (TA)

Presents ideas for teaching the basics. Includes recipes for writing from children's books, a sequential metric program and a discussion of refining the interview process. (JMB)

A revision is given of the National Bureau of Standards guidelines in the use of the International System of Units (SI) in Bureau issuances, publications, and reports. (MN)

Discussed are ways in which metric measurements can be incorporated and taught in physical education classes. (JH)

Suggestions are made for teaching units of length, area, volume, capacity, and mass along with rules for correct punctuation and spelling. A number of learning devices adapted from normal business practices are listed. (TA)

The metric system is almost upon us. What progress is being made in converting curricula? (Editor)

Major impacts of metrication resulting from the Metric Conversion Act of 1975 are discussed. Attention is given to large businesses' conversion efforts. (ABM)

Results of measuring time with units which are powers of 10 are discussed. (DT)

Examples of metric measures in everyday use are given. Sample charts are included as guides for estimating common household measurements. (LS)