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Peer reviewedGower, D. M.; And Others – School Science Review, 1977
Schematically depicts the variety of uses the mole concept has for 0-level chemistry. (CP)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Instruction, Molecular Structure, Problem Solving
Otto, Paul B. – 1978
The purpose of this study was to select a high school using the Individualized Instructional System (ISIS) materials and the Introductory Physical Science (IPS) course and to detect any changes in the students' attitudes toward science and ability to employ specific processes of science at the end of a semester of coursework. Wayne, Nebraska, High…
Descriptors: Achievement, Attitudes, Cognitive Processes, Conference Reports
Penny, Maria Bramtot – 1971
The purpose of this study was to prepare a valid and reliable instrument to evaluate the objectives dealing with the behaviors expected in Part 1 of the Physical Science Study Committee (PSSC) physics course. There were six phases to the study: (1) identification of the processes, (2) selection thereof, (3) construction of instrument, (4) pilot…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Doctoral Dissertations, Educational Research, Evaluation
Peer reviewedRogers, Paul W. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1977
Four types of proportionality problems were administered to: (1) secondary school students who were enrolled in Project Physics, and (2) students not enrolled in physics. Both samples were randomly selected. Groups were not found to differ significantly in problem solving ability but both revealed that the ability to solve certain problems was…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Development, Educational Research, Learning Theories
Peer reviewedHuebel-Drake, Madeline; And Others – Science Teacher, 1995
Presents a project-based curriculum, Foundations of Science (FOS), that integrates the physical and biological sciences. Consists of three years of integrated science based on: integrating science disciplines, project-based science, inclusion of authentic problems, and routine uses of technology. (nine references) (JRH)
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Educational Change, Integrated Curriculum, Problem Solving
Download full textBonar, John R., Ed.; Hathway, James A., Ed. – 1972
This is the student's text for one of the units of the Intermediate Science Curriculum Study (ISCS) for level III students (grade 9). The chapters contain basic information on the processes that shape the earth, activities related to the subject, and optional excursions. A section of introductory notes to the student discusses how to use the book…
Descriptors: Geology, Grade 9, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Materials
Bonar, John R., Ed.; Hathway, James A., Ed. – 1972
This is the teacher's edition of one of the eight units of the Intermediate Science Curriculum Study (ISCS) for level III students (grade 9). This unit focuses on processes that shape the earth. Optional excursions, in addition to the activities, are suggested for students who wish to study an area in greater depth on an individualized basis. An…
Descriptors: Geology, Grade 9, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Materials
Bonar, John R., Ed.; Hathway, James A., Ed. – 1972
This is the student's edition of the Record Book for the unit "Crusty Problems" of the Intermediate Science Curriculum Study (ISCS) for level III students (grade 9). Space is provided for answers to the questions from the text as well as for the optional excursions and the self evaluation. An introductory note to the student explains the…
Descriptors: Geology, Grade 9, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Materials
Bonar, John R., Ed.; Hathway, James A., Ed. – 1972
This is the teacher's edition of the Record Book for the unit "Crusty Problems" of the Intermediate Science Curriculum Study (ISCS) for level III students (grade 9). The correct answers to the questions from the student text are recorded. An introductory note to the teacher explains how to use the book. Answers are included for the…
Descriptors: Answer Sheets, Geology, Grade 9, Individualized Instruction
