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Peer reviewedPhysics Education, 1980
Presents a description of the curricula in physics at 124 universities, colleges, and polytechnical institutes in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. General information is provided on examination requirements for admission and procedures for making application to the schools. (SA)
Descriptors: College Admission, College Science, Educational Facilities, Higher Education
Peer reviewedPhysics Education, 1980
Presents a description of the curricula in physics at 16 universities, colleges, and polytechnical institutes in Scotland. The entry requirements are summarized and procedures for making application are given. (SA)
Descriptors: College Admission, College Science, Educational Facilities, Higher Education
Peer reviewedWellington, Jerry – Physics Education, 1990
Examined is the contribution that hands-on, interactive centers can make to science education. The characteristics of informal and formal learning are compared and discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Experiential Learning
Peer reviewedWilliams, Michael J. – Physics Education, 1990
Advocated is the use of interactive centers to supplement existing classroom laboratory experiences. Activities found in the center and modified classroom versions are described. The problems that arise when primary students meet sophisticated exhibits is discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Experiential Learning
