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The Crisis in High-School Physics Teaching: Places Where Things Are Right.
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Wilson, Jack M.; Ingoldsby, Tim C. – Physics Today, 1983
Describes several outstanding high school physics programs and analyzes the reasons for their success. This analysis suggests a set of conditions for creating successful programs at other schools. A list of goals for successful physics programs is included. (JN)
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Educational Objectives, High Schools, Magnet Schools
Structure of Matter: A Five-Year Outlook.
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Sachs, Robert G. – Physics Today, 1979
Presents a report produced by the National Academy of Sciences in 1979 for the Congress on recent and prospective developments in physical science. This article summarizes those sections of the report of interest to physicists on structure of matter. (HM)
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Federal Programs, Matter, Physical Sciences
Yeshiva to Cut Graduate Physics and Mathematics
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Carr, Bruce C. – Physics Today, 1977
Reports that the physics and mathematics programs at Yeshiva University Belfer Graduate School of Science will be discontinued by June 1978. (SL)
Descriptors: Doctoral Programs, Enrollment Trends, Graduate Study, Higher Education
Program at Fermilab for Minority Students
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Physics Today, 1977
Describes the summer program for minority students conducted at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. (SL)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Instruction, Minority Groups
The Crisis in High-School Physics Teaching: Paths to a Solution.
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Franz, Judy R.; And Others – Physics Today, 1983
Discusses how local, state, and national initiatives are addressing the need for improved financial benefits, better training, and greater recognition for science teachers, and for programs to attract more science students. Suggests that physicists and other scientists become involved in various areas of science education in schools. (JN)
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Federal Programs, High Schools, Higher Education