In this work we use research from science education on teacher framing and work from mathematics education on teacher noticing to develop new approaches to modeling teacher cognition. The framing literature proposes a dynamic cognitive model of teaching in which teacher epistemological framing, or moment-to-moment understanding of what is going on…

This study was conducted to determine if secondary school science teachers differed in personality factors from secondary non-science teachers. Scores of 80 science and 35 randomly selected non-science teachers were collected on the 16 PF Questionnaire. (PS)

Recommendations for science teachers of grades 7-12, according to a questionnaire survey of hiring officials, include a broad science background, good communication skills, and a bachelor's rather than an advanced degree. (MLH)

Reported is a study which investigated reasons responsible for the lack of enthusiasm among junior high teachers in implementing a new biology curriculum in Israel. Identified variables related to high expectations set at the ideal level, the greater role given to verbalization, and mechanical or routine implementation approaches. (ML)

Designed to refine and extend the procedures and analyses of prior science teacher competency research, this study focused on the competencies perceived as important to effective science teaching. Included are explanations of the research approach, instrument development, sampling populations, and educational implications. (ML)