THE DAILY SCHEDULE IS GIVEN FOR THE INDUSTRIAL ARTS CURRICULUM PROJECT'S FIRST YEAR COURSE IN CONSTRUCTION. INFORMATION TOPICS AND ALLOTTED CLASSTIME ARE GIVEN FOR 170 DAYS OF INSTRUCTION. CATEGORIES IN THE SCHEDULE ARE -- (1) READING ASSIGNMENT, (2) WORKBOOK, (3) PRESENTATION, (4) DISCUSSION, (5) STUDENT ACTIVITY, (6) LAB MANUAL, (7) LAB…

ALTHOUGH BLOCKS ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT TYPE OF EQUIPMENT IN A SCHOOLROOM FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, INADEQUATE EMPHASIS HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE EDUCATIVE VALUES THEY PROVIDE. THEY ARE ADAPTABLE MATERIALS WHICH PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH ACCORDING TO INDIVIDUAL RATES OF DEVELOPMENT. THEIR USE ENCOURAGES THE DEVELOPMENT OF COOPERATION, RESPONSIBILITY…

Research development of a construction system is detailed in terms of--(1) design and analysis, (2) construction methods, (3) testing, (4) cost analysis, and (5) architectural potentials. The system described permits construction of usual shapes without the use of conventional concrete formwork. The concrete involves development of a structural…

This report includes a discussion of SI metric units, with examples of the conventions regarding their use adopted in other countries to illustrate the nature of the decisions that must be made by the U.S. building industry. It discusses the relationship of dimensional coordination to the metric conversion effort and its impact on the U.S.…

It is proposed that the construction industry collaborate with educational practitioners and administrators to establish the objectives of construction engineering programs. Other recommendations are that the construction industry assume direct teaching responsibility for designated areas of instruction; provide program support, such as work…

This booklet describes physical education equipment constructed at the site of Project HOPE (Health and Optimum Physical Education) in the Irwin County School System, Ocilla, Georgia, to provide rural schools a model for elementary physical education and health services. The booklet is divided into three sections: "What To Do with No…

Topics discussed include--(1) requirements for weatherproofing and sealant materials for thin shell concrete roof, (2) effect of physical factors on weatherproofing of thin shell concrete roofs, (3) problems and limitations imposed by thin shell concrete roofs and their effect on weatherproofing and sealant materials, and (4) properties and uses…

A construction guide is presented for play and recreational equipment for individual use and child care center and camp use. The bulk of the booklet gives detailed instructions for specific kinds of equipment, such as teepees, household appliances, bean bag boards, outdoor playground equipment, doll houses, bird houses, boats, puppets, and chairs.…

The retranslation method, usually used in job performance rating, was used to develop a scale for evaluating an educational television series. The method itself was evaluated using both developmental and actual field use data. Results were mixed. (Author/SJL)

Constructed and experienced by students engaged in an outdoor education class at East Stroudsburg State College in Pennsylvania, the "Owl Trail" is a self guided rope trail (600 yards in length) employing such devices as sensory corrals, bridges, and "go to" ropes (ropes attached to the main rope which provide side trip…

Provides the theory behind the construction of a classroom seismograph. Data obtained from such a device is presented. (CP)

Describes and illustrates how to make and use portable, lightweight tree stands for use as nature observation platforms. Offers conservation and safety precautions. (NEC)

The author demonstrates that the interface between technology education and mathematics and science may be achieved through five different approaches: an innovation study approach, a systems study approach, a process study approach, a construction study approach, and a research and experimentation approach. (CT)

In most strategy research, the focus is on ready-made models provided by the teacher or a textbook. However, in this research project the effects are described of an experimental program in primary maths education, concerning the construction and use of models by pupils in guided co-construction. Learning how to construct models is said to enhance…