Discusses the results of a physics minicourse program for college students; describes how to initiate such a program, including choice of topics, publicizing the courses, and course contents. (MLH)

Describes nine minicourses in chemistry designed to acquaint the non-science major with practical applications of chemistry in everyday experiences. Each course consists of daily classes for two weeks for one credit and is offered on a credit/no credit basis. (MLH)

Describes a one month course entitled "Chemists in Industry," offered between semesters at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The students visit numerous industries according to a scheduled program and submit reports at the end of the course. (MLH)

Discusses rationale for, goals/organization of, and problems related to geology minicourse program. The program provides a framework for students to construct a tailor-made, individualized course in which a "walk-through" (poster session) replaces the traditional final examination. Includes results of course evaluations and listing of minicourses…

Discusses how minicourses offered to elementary school teachers can provide background information and experiences in topics such as aquatic biology and environmental education. Presents results of a questionnaire that evaluates the effectiveness of this approach in aiding elementary school teachers to teach science. (CS)

Describes the testing of a "coursette" model of instruction designed to stimulate interest in geology among students at the University of South Carolina. (Author/SA)

Discusses some of the alternative approaches adopted by the Experimental College-Earth Science Teacher Project at Minot State College in an attempt to attract general education students and transmit the excitement and challenge of science to non-majors. (JR)

Describes a seven week course for six and seven year old students on marine life in tidepools. (SL)

Describes a community interest short course in physics developed to increase awareness of the methods and principles of science. (SL)

Describes and provides evaluation of a one semester minicourse curriculum for undergraduate earth science instruction. (CP)

Presented is a 27 class short course relating to political aspects of exploration of outer space. A summary for each class and the overall course objectives are included. (SL)

Identifies from the literature some of the diverse roles that second-level biology courses serve within a school curriculum, discussing factors that may explain the current status of these courses. Course types include college preparatory, minicourses, biologic techniques, societal issues, career awareness, and courses for terminal students. (JM)

Inservice mini-courses using a learning cycle instructional strategy (exploration, invention, discovery) have been developed. A description of the mini-course format (compatible with inservice programs sponsored by school systems), sample outline, and list of courses developed (with themes of environmental science and/or energy) are included.…