Presents some of the problems of black scientists and barriers to developing quality science programs in black colleges. (DM)

This paper, presented at the 1971 Annual School Science and Mathematics Association Convention, identifies crucial directions in science curriculum planning and discusses the supporting rationale. (DT)

Presents the results of a follow-up study of the academic year institutes (AYI) in science conducted at the University of Virginia between 1957 and 1967. Reports that with this sample the objective of the National Science Foundation's AYIs to improve the overall quality of science education was accomplished. Lists six specific conclusions drawn…

Piaget's work is seen as a basis for the assessment of a projected course. The stages of a course ought to follow the same order of increasing logical complexity as are present in the pupils' own development. (LS)

A mother of a gifted teenager reflects on her son's development as she awaits a letter from the son who is attending the West Virginia National Youth Science Camp. (DB)

Described is an annual science bowl held in Havenscourt Junior High, Oakland, California, for ninth grade science students. Patterned after TV's "College Bowl," the science bowl involves panels of students competing to answer objective questions and practical challenges. Indirect benefits to students include increased community support and review…

Descriptions of four gifted programs are offered in articles titled "Career Education for Gifted Students in Illinois" (J. Ellis and B. Ford); "Interage Program for Critical Thinking" (H. Masterson); "Talcott Mountain Science Center" (D. LaSalle); and "Project L.O.G.I.C.--Nurturing the Mathematically Gifted" (W. Foley and B. Spack). (SBH)