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Peer reviewedHoward, Robert E.; And Others – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Describes a year long laboratory program for third, fourth, and fifth graders. States the goal of the program is to demonstrate what chemistry is, how it is done, and why it is fun and interesting. Provides a syllabus of the experiments and lists educational objectives. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedLeonard, William H. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Summarizes research on inquiry and investigative strategies for teaching laboratory science. Concludes that meaningful laboratory instruction is distinguished by: student engagement in science inquiry processes, student manipulation of experimental materials, and the experiential teaching of specific scientific concepts. (RT)
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Research, Inquiry, Laboratory Procedures
Download full textWray, Thomas K.; Enholm, Eric J. – 1994
This book provides a basic introduction for the student to hazardous materials chemistry. Coverage of chemistry, rather than non-chemical hazards, is particularly stressed on a level which the layman can understand. Basic terminology is emphasized at all levels, as are simple chemistry symbols, in order to provide the student with an introductory…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Hazardous Materials, Instructional Materials, Laboratory Safety
Waynant, Louise F. – 1987
A packet of supplementary materials for eighth grade science instruction for limited-English-proficient students is intended for beginning and intermediate students of English as a second language (ESOL). It contains worksheets and activities designed to increase student participation, challenge them within their language ability, create positive…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Class Activities, English (Second Language), Grade 8
Fromm, Eli; Quinn, Robert G. – Engineering Education, 1989
Presented is a blueprint for restructuring the first two years of the engineering curriculum. Four new concepts for the first two years are discussed: (1) the mathematical and scientific foundations of engineering, (2) fundamentals of engineering, (3) the engineering laboratory, and (4) the professional and personal enrichment program. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Engineering
Peer reviewedHilkowitz, Marlene A.; Dowden, Edward – American Biology Teacher, 1989
Describes a science experiment in which the heartbeats of mammals can be counted and graphed as measurable data by the computer. Provides information on materials needed, pre-lab activity worksheet, and follow-up activities. (RT)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Uses in Education, Experiential Learning, Laboratory Procedures
Piltz, Albert – Office of Education, US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, 1961
The phenomenal growth of science and technology in the past decade has made science teaching more important, and at the same time more difficult. An awareness of these changes has caused an unprecedented public support for sound science programs in the schools. A good science program makes effective use of equipment and materials in teaching basic…
Descriptors: Elementary Schools, Public Schools, Science Instruction, Science Teachers
