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Pribble, Donald A. – Science and Children, 1979
Described in this article is an energy conservation simulation game in which students participate in a space mission to Mars. Activities such as decision making, valuing, and problem solving occur during the game. (SA)
Descriptors: Classroom Games, Decision Making, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Positive Effects of Science and Technology Summer Camps on Confidence, Values, and Future Intentions
Crombie, Gail; Walsh, John P.; Trinneer, Anne – Canadian Journal of Counselling, 2003
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of science and technology summer camps on the confidence, values, and future intentions of female and male campers. The week-long camps were administered by Actua, a national organization with a mandate to increase awareness of science and technology among Canadian youth. Campers completed a…
Descriptors: National Organizations, Resident Camp Programs, Summer Programs, Children
Ritrovato, Louis – Heritage Communicator, 1988
Discusses the development and formal thrust of an environmental education program. Indicates that efforts have resulted in a viable learning process which transcends the traditional nature study program. Describes a learning continuum of activities focusing on concepts, values, and problem solving skills, organization of the system, future…
Descriptors: College Science, Conservation (Environment), Environmental Education, Environmental Interpretation