In theory, STEM (interdisciplinary science, technology, engineering and mathematics) is cross-disciplinary and situated in real-world problem-solving contexts. In practice, STEM disciplines are often implemented separately using contrived contexts. This paper examines theoretical and empirical aspects of Montessori middle school science in the…

Food and conservation science curriculum, net-zero design and student-based building performance monitoring have come together in the unique and innovative new Music and Science Building for Oregon's Hood River Middle School. The school's Permaculture-based curriculum both informed the building design and was also transformed through the…

Successful Linked Learning pathways depend on curricula and instruction that challenge students to reach high academic standards through relevant and engaging content. These pathways offer an "integrated curriculum" that connects challenging, college-preparatory material to career-based technical concepts and applications. Teachers in…

A rationale is presented placing the teaching of science in a more meaningful context for the layman and requiring new synthesis of subject matter, less oriented to emphasizing the structure of disciplines. (DF)

Science outside the classroom is integrated by dealing with real problems in a real world which is opposite the precise, neat, and nonrelevant science that the student receives in school. (DF)

Discusses research results from three successful integrated science and reading programs. Makes suggestions to teachers who are considering creating an integrated science and reading program. (SOE)

Interdisciplinary modules that are interchangeable can be arranged to emphasize the interrelationships of science and to open many flexible options in science curriculum. (DF)

It is suggested that integrated programs can be used with students from primary through college levels. Models are presented covering the process, thematic, applied science, environmental, project, concept, and pattern approaches. The importance of teacher education for such programs is also discussed. (DF)

Reports the results of a study designed to determine the attitudes of Northern Ireland students toward the Schools Council Integrated Science Project (SCISP). (JR)

Biological and Earth Systems Science (BESS) is a two-year integrated biological and earth systems science curriculum for ninth and tenth grade students developed in response to the national and statewide dissatisfaction with secondary science programs. This report provides an overview of the program's history, aims, implementation strategies,…

Describes characteristics of a mini school open laboratory approach being used in New York. The program enables students to conduct individual projects to be involved in work study programs and to study an integrated program of science, mathematics, social studies, English, and a foreign language. Evaluation of the effectiveness of the program is…

The Open University, founded in 1969, has already become the largest university in Britain in terms of the number of undergraduate students, with an enrollment of 41,000 in 1973. This paper is concerned with three areas of discussion: (1) the number of teachers studying Open University courses; (2) the courses available or planned in science and…

Reviews three pioneer programs that attempt to integrate genetic science and ethics in the classroom. Concludes by suggesting that the basic goal of integrating science and ethics is undermined in each program by a lack of correspondence between the articulated pedagogical goals and the unarticulated theoretical framework. (LZ)

Describes a lecture/laboratory course that stresses physical experience and peer interaction in an inquiry-discovery format. The course is required of all incoming freshmen who are nonscience majors. Highlights of such course strategies as performing experiments that demonstrate physical properties before introducing mathematical concepts or…

Presented are objections to the introduction of integrated science curriculums in elementary and secondary schools. (SL)