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| Dennis, J. T. | 1 |
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| Karplus, Robert | 1 |
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| Peterson, C. C. | 1 |
| Pimentel, George C. | 1 |
| Post, Thomas R. | 1 |
| Ridgway, David W. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedKarplus, Robert – Science Activities, 1972
Elementary school teachers need to evolve a science program which integrates the three theories of learning: namely, learning by conditioning, discovery, or equilibration. Opportunity for self-directed learning should be supplemented by introduction of new concepts. Science Curriculum Improvement Study materials are suggested as suitable examples…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Elementary School Science, Instruction, Learning Experience
Peer reviewedDennis, J. T.; Peterson, C. C. – Science Activities, 1972
Describes different features of Science - A Process Approach materials for elementary schools. A brief review about the success of the program is included. (PS)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedPimentel, George C.; Ridgway, David W. – Science Activities, 1972
A description of CHEM Study and CHEM Study materials includes its rationale, content, and supplementary materials. The authors indicate the wide use of CHEMS was because its development was timely and the program was useful. (PS)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedMcKinney, Barbara – Science Activities, 1972
Describes the development and philosophy of the new Australian Science Curriculum, ASEP. (CP)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Programs, International Education, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedBarrow, Lloyd H. – Science Activities, 1982
Describes problem-solving activities in the Unified Sciences and Mathematics for Elementary Schools (USMES) and Elementary Science Study (ESS) programs. Indicates that these curricula serve as excellent sources of activities to develop and improve their students' problem-solving skills. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Problem Solving, Science Activities
Peer reviewedPost, Thomas R.; Humphreys, Alan H. – Science Activities, 1972
Presents the philosophy, history, description, and implementation of the Minnemast mathematics-science curriculum project. (CP)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Programs, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary School Science
