A NEW EMPHASIS ON SCIENCE IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HAS STIMULATED SUPERVISORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND MANY TEACHERS TO SEEK INFORMATION ON SOURCES, SELECTION, AND USE OF APPROPRIATE MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT IN INSTRUCTION. THIS BULLETIN IS MAINLY TO HELP THE NEOPHYTE WHO IS INTERESTED IN THE BASICS OF ELEMENTARY SCIENCE TEACHING. THE DISCUSSION IS…

Author undertook a study to examine new science instruction, science budgets and expenditures for new materials from 133 instructors of elementary science methods representing 94 teacher-training institutions. Teacher preparation for science instruction was the focus of the article. (Author/RK)

THE LEARNING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH IS WORKING ON AN EXPERIMENTAL PROJECT TO EXAMINE METHODS OF INDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION IN SCIENCE AT THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LEVEL. AT THIS TIME, THE EXPERIMENT IS FOCUSED UPON NON-READERS IN GRADES K-3. EACH STUDENT RECEIVES A TAPE CARTRIDGE AND A PLASTIC BOX CONTAINING…

In many science classes in secondary schools facilities no longer determine activities since programs come first. (DS)

A discussion is presented of the importance of science in the school program, the objectives of science teaching, and facilities for science instruction. Descriptions are then presented regarding the size and facilities necessary for the general science room, the darkroom, the biology room, the physics room, and the chemistry room. Two diagrams…

Suggestions are discussed for the teacher regarding a way in which hazardous chemical wastes can be disposed of by schools collectively, with primary responsibility on the teachers. (SA)

Since 1979, high school teachers from urban and rural areas of northeastern Ohio have brought their students to visit the College of Wooster Chemistry Department to learn about instruments. Rationale for the program and program activities are described. (JN)

These guidelines are designed to help Maryland's educators and citizens make informed choices about the types of facilities they will provide for teaching science in grades K-12. They are not a blueprint for facilities nor are they an attempt to standardize all science programs or facilities, but seek to identify elements to consider, people to…

Suggestions are given for encouraging parents to participate in their children's science studies, at home and at school. Several sample lessons illustrate the kinds of experiments that require only inexpensive supplies which parents can provide. (SA)

Discusses the necessities of regional resource centers for K-12 levels. Provides some examples of centers and describes their activities. Suggests three conditions for the success of a center. (YP)

This book consists of science activities for 11- to 16-year-old children who have physical disabilities. Part 1 presents information for teachers, parents, curriculum planners, and others who are interested in incorporating some science into the curriculum of the handicapped child. It outlines reasons for doing science, gives a suggested concept…

The Zimbabwe Secondary School Science Project (ZIM-SCI) was started in 1981 with the aim of developing a low-cost science course which could be taught during the first 2 years of secondary school without the aid of qualified teachers and conventional laboratories. Project activities included developing student study guides, corresponding teaching…

Provided is an annotated bibliography of items of particular interest to science education. Items are arranged alphabetically by author (or in some cases by title) within each of the following sections: (1) techniques in the lab and field; (2) nature and evolution of science; (3) teaching strategies; (4) curriculum and examinations; (5) young…

A Science Curriculum Study Committee was appointed in 1980 to thoroughly review and study the status of the North Carolina science program and to develop recommendations which, upon implementation, would significantly improve the quality of the total state K-12 science program. The committee was organized into three subcommittees with the…

Ideas for chemistry laboratories, design curriculums, and instructional criteria are outlined for use in Asian secondary schools. Chemistry education and its changing aspects, teaching methods, planning and communication problems are discussed. Requirements for laboratory facilities are included with suggestions for laboratory furniture and…