Background: Dialogue between the teaching profession and researchers regarding pedagogical strategy is sometimes problematic. Pedagogy research may benefit from incorporating research methods that can investigate teachers' and pupils' interpretations. Purpose: This research expands the Pedagogy Analysis Framework (Riordan, 2020) by explaining in…

Described is the use of filmed sequences in conjunction with multiple choice tests to extend the range of behaviors that can be assessed. The research was completed with students aged 13-14 who had studied Nuffield 0-Level chemistry. (RH)

Investigated the claims made by science teachers as to how they write and use worksheets, validating these claims against an analysis of worksheets collected from these teachers. Some weakness of readability theory in terms of validity and reliability when applied to these materials are discussed. (JN)

Discusses the British N and F system of university entrance examinations, especially in science. (MLH)

Discusses the proposed N and F British curriculum in chemistry from the viewpoint of the British universities. (MLH)

Presents the views of the British Chemical Society about the proposed British N and F level curriculum in chemistry. (MLH)

Presents a brief summary of the information reported to the Examinations Secretary by the Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) Boards in Britain. Emphasis is placed upon the percentages of students taking examinations in the sciences. (JR)

Two important topics are discussed: (1) adoption of the applications and social interactions of science as a predominant theme in general education; (2) educational problems associated with this development are presented. (DF)

A few kilometers from the shores of Palm Beach County, Florida, is the Gulf Stream current--a remarkable "river" within an ocean. The current's journey across the Atlantic Ocean connects southeast Florida and southwest Great Britain as it streams steadily north at speeds of 97 km a day; moving 100 times as much water as all the rivers on…

Discussed are three themes related to changes taking place in secondary school education in Great Britain. The themes considered are curriculum, assessment, and school organization. (RH)

Presents questions and answers to the 1985 British Physics Olympiad (BPhO) Competition. Comments about the competition (the second year of British participation) and the winners who went to Yugoslavia (and placed second behind the USSR) are included. (JN)

Several changes in assessment of students in Great Britain are being considered, including establishing a common system of examining at 16-plus and moving toward specifying criteria for the award of grades. Issues related to these trends (including the demise of the General Certificate of Secondary Education--GCSE) are examined. (JN)

The objectives and operation of a school physics competition are discussed. Sample student responses to two practical/project questions are also discussed. It is suggested that such competitions based on small scale practical project work can be effective and can assist teachers in stimulating interest among students. (JN)

Discusses the opinions of chemistry (Nuffield) teachers about the proposed British N and F level curriculum. (MLH)

Presents an elementary school teacher's view of the proposed British N and F examinations. (MLH)