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Prather, J. Preston – Journal of Elementary Science Education, 1989
The use of field trips for both conceptual and factual learning and affective objectives is discussed. Discussions on the general perception of field trips, perceptions from the perspective of research, implications for science education, and conclusions are presented. (KR)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning, Field Trips
Lockwood, Jeffrey – Journal of Student Research, 1990
Proposed is a method of learning about relevant aspects of a research scientist's work by analyzing "real" data. The way in which students used real data from an astronomy project is described. The procedures for the analysis and evaluation of the end results are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Data Analysis, Databases, Field Trips
Gayford, C. G. – Review of Environmental Education Developments, 1984
Discusses results from a survey of teachers and students in 133 schools concerning uses of fieldwork in biology. These results (given for A-level and pre-A-level responses) focus on the importance, location, times, and types of fieldwork, and student attitudes toward fieldwork. (DH)
Descriptors: Biology, Ecology, Field Trips, Outdoor Activities

Kelly, Susan H. – Social Education, 1978
Field trips can increase student interest in science and social studies topics. Presents a report of a sixth grade's week-long field trip to Nantacket to study the technology of whaling. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Educational Innovation, Educational Needs, Educational Practices, Elementary Education

Kern, Ernest L.; Carpenter, John R. – Journal of Geological Education, 1984
This study found that students who experienced a field-oriented laboratory approach had higher affective scores (related to levels of importance, interest, and enjoyment associated with the learning experience) than students in a traditional laboratory setting. A description of the approaches used is included. (JN)
Descriptors: Attitude Change, College Science, Conventional Instruction, Field Trips

Price, Sabra; Hein, George E. – International Journal of Science Education, 1991
Reviews the work of the Program Evaluation and Research Group (PERG) at Lesley College in evaluating informal, nonschool science programs for elementary students. Compares PERG's findings with other published literature about elementary school programs in extraschool science institutions and discusses issues that apply to all such programs from…
Descriptors: Aquariums, Elementary Education, Evaluation, Exhibits
Brown, Stuart – Campus Activities Programming, 1992
The three undergraduate schools of Columbia University work together to plan and finance free excursions with students, hosted by faculty and administrators, in and around New York City. An evaluation indicates that, although the program does not generate substantial student-faculty interaction, it is well received by students and faculty, for…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Students, Extracurricular Activities, Field Trips

Cox, Charles C., III – Social Education, 1993
Describes a 12-year program in which learning-disabled students visit an ice cream making company in Providence, RI. Provides instructional objectives and procedures for the activity. Includes suggestions for postactivity discussion and student evaluation. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Curriculum Design, Elementary Education, Field Trips

Kinney, Mark B. – Social Studies, 1993
Describes a project in which selected minority students interacted with adults over 60-years old in an Elderhostel program. Discusses the origins and implementation procedures of the project. Provides suggestions for adapting the program for use in social studies classes. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cross Age Teaching, Curriculum Design, Field Trips

Pahl, Ronald H. – Social Studies, 1994
Argues that, although social studies classes should be exciting and interesting, students frequently rate them as among the most boring and irrelevant. Asserts that living history programs, including history theater, history immersion, and living history museums can improve history instruction and student attitudes. (CFR)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Class Activities, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education

Finson, Kevin D.; Enochs, Larry G. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1987
Reports on student attitudes toward science-technology-society (STS) after visiting a science-technology museum and considers what variable factors of the visitation impacted these attitudes. Results indicated that significant differences in attitudes were present between visiting and nonvisiting students and between grade levels. (TW)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Field Trips, Grade 6

Kuhn, David J. – Science Activities, 1990
Described is a visitation of elementary school students to a college designed to enhance career awareness. Included are six activities performed by students as part of their college visitation. Preplanning, the actual visitation, and follow-up activities are discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Biology, Career Awareness, Career Education, Career Exploration

Steele, Brian D. – Art Education, 1993
Contends lack of appropriate instructional materials and demands of studio art production may keep some teachers from incorporating art history and art appreciation into secondary art education courses. Presents two lesson plans focusing on art from European Renaissance period. Concludes that the integration of art history, criticism, and…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Appreciation, Art Education, Art History
Weible, Thomas – Small School Forum, 1984
Community-related activities, such as interviewing long-time residents, checking primary sources, identifying and mapping historical sites, studying local artists and craftspeople, writing a community profile, using different media, and organizing a school/community week can help establish greater relevance and meaning for rural students. (MH)
Descriptors: Community Resources, Community Study, Elementary Secondary Education, Field Trips

Alleman, Janet; Brophy, Jere – Social Science Record, 1994
Continues an article from an earlier issue that reported on a study of memorable social studies activities experienced by college students when they were in elementary schools. Finds that activity-oriented instruction was remembered most positively. (CFR)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Course Content, Curriculum Design, Educational Strategies
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