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Peer reviewedEdge, R. D. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Describes the educational system and national preparations for the International Physics Olympiad of the Soviet Union and Romania. Suggests some recommendations for American education. (YP)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, International Programs, Physics, Science Curriculum
Peer reviewedTaylor, George; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1984
The Six Flags Over Georgia amusement park is the setting for a one-day laboratory exercise and evaluation of high school students' understanding of physics. The concepts and general techniques measured and the park's resources are discussed. Sample student responses are included. (JN)
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, High Schools, Physics, Science Education
Peer reviewedTebbutt, Maurice – Physics Education, 1989
This article summarizes the examining syllabuses of the 1988 General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Physics papers. Some of the errors and uncertainties of the GCSE are discussed with examples. Lists five references. (YP)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Educational Objectives, Foreign Countries, Physics
Peer reviewedPenick, John E.; Lunetta, Vincent N. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Described is a university physics course bridging the gap between educational methodology, content, and applications of physics in identifying and resolving both societal and physical problems. Discussed are students' goals, instruction, and evaluation. Provides supporting texts list, a sample schedule, and sample ideas for independent…
Descriptors: College Science, Course Descriptions, Physics, Preservice Teacher Education
