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Houseal, Ana K.; Ellsworth, Peter C. – Science and Children, 2014
The fact that "The Next Generation Science Standards" ("NGSS") are standards and not curriculum (NRC 2012, p. xiv) means that while they tell teachers what to teach, they do not tell them "how" science shall be taught. Ana Houseal and Peter Ellsworth have worked with eight Wyoming school districts on the…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Science Education, Guidelines, Research
Kimmerer, Robin Wall – Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences, 2012
Scientific ecological knowledge (SEK) is a powerful discipline for diagnosing and analyzing environmental degradation, but has been far less successful in devising sustainable solutions which lie at the intersection of nature and culture. Traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) of indigenous and local peoples is rich in prescriptions for the…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Teaching Methods, Environmental Education, Science Education
Georgia Univ., Athens. Coll. of Education. – 1977
This learning module is designed to integrate environmental education into ninth- and tenth-grade chemistry classes. This module and a companion social studies module were pilot tested in Gwinnett County, Georgia in classes of students, many of whom had learning disabilities. It emphasizes activity learning. The module is divided into four parts.…
Descriptors: Course Content, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning, Instructional Materials
Georgia Univ., Athens. Coll. of Education. – 1977
This is a teacher's guide for a module designed to integrate environmental education into ninth- and tenth-grade chemistry classes. The module, pilot tested in Gwinnett County, Georgia in classes of students, many of whom had learning disabilities, emphasizes activity learning and considerable review. The module is divided into four parts. Part…
Descriptors: Course Content, Curriculum Guides, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning
Chalifoux, Jean-Pierre; And Others – Engineering Education, 1988
Describes an introductory course required of all engineering students at the Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal (Canada). Discusses the design of the course, including its emphasis upon the facets of engineering careers, direct experience, and written and spoken communication. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Design
Virginia State Dept. of Education, Richmond. Div. of Elementary Education. – 1972
This guide was prepared to assist elementary teachers in planning and implementing an activity-centered, conceptually-based science program. The guide consists of the following major sections: (1) Point-of-View, which sets forth a description of science, its role in the curriculum, the role of the teacher, and evaluation procedures which are…
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Objectives, Curriculum Guides, Elementary School Science

Pool, Robert – Science, 1990
Described are chemistry and physics courses at several colleges as applications of the New Liberal Arts program for nonscience majors. The major themes of the program and several examples of this approach are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions

Trumbull, Deborah J. – Teaching Education, 1991
Describes a secondary science and mathematics teacher education course at Cornell University which encourages students to think reflectively about their understanding of subject matter and question common schooling practices contributing to poor understanding of science. The course requires significant amounts of involvement through writing,…
Descriptors: Course Content, Curriculum Development, Experiential Learning, Higher Education
Our Children, 1998
Good science education depends on solid content and active learning. Effective teaching in all the physical sciences should have a similar focus on important concepts and effective learning experiences. Students of all ages benefit from experiential learning. Inquiry, which combines hands-on and minds-on learning, engages students in a process…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Course Content, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

O'Sullivan, Dermot A. – Chemical and Engineering News, 1987
Describes a six-week program designed to give scientists from developing countries advanced training in biotechnology methods. Stresses the need to provide the participants with "hands-on" experiences to enhance their ability to contribute to biotechnology programs in their home countries and to train others locally. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Developing Nations

Kyle, William C., Jr.; And Others – Science and Children, 1990
Described are the organization, development, and piloting of this K-6 science curriculum program. Results of the pilot study are presented including the improvement in student and teacher attitudes. (CW)
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation
Schoen, Jerome; Berman, Paul – 1987
This document provides descriptions of lessons, activities, and laboratory experiments to be used in a course on basic laboratory techniques for students in biology and small animal care. These learning experiences are designed to be completed during one class period daily for approximately 70 days per semester. (It is assumed that this would…
Descriptors: Animals, Biology, Course Content, Course Descriptions

Gauger, Robert – Science Teacher, 1990
Presented is a unified science and technology instructional model that emphasizes multidisciplinary learning through discovery and hands-on activities. Two courses, developed from this model, are described in terms of curriculum, teaching methods, scheduling, credit, limitations, enrollment, and promotion. (KR)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Course Content, Discovery Learning, Experiential Learning

Cox, Cheryl A.; Carpenter, John R. – Journal of Elementary Science Education, 1989
The reduction of anxiety associated with teaching science and an increased confidence in science ability in elementary teachers is shown through the use of a properly designed introductory course that integrates teaching methods, the nature of science, and process skills. The course design, evaluation, methods, and discussion/results are included.…
Descriptors: Anxiety, Course Content, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Anoka-Hennepin Independent School District No. 11, Coon Rapids, MN. – 1987
This course of study is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of an elementary school science program. In addition to high individual pupil achievement at each grade level, this program is also designed to provide a broad and comprehensive continuum of experiences that lead toward the obtainment of the identified science goals. A strong…
Descriptors: Concept Mapping, Conservation (Environment), Course Content, Curriculum Design
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