Describes independent study materials for a physiology course which have these features: (1) resource materials accommodating a variety of learning styles; (2) problem solving experiences; and (3) learning reinforcement by reasoning from basic facts to general concepts. (CS)

Reports results of a survey on the treatment of industrial organic chemistry in 12 current textbooks. Suggests that the topic be integrated into the overall coverage of course material. (JN)

Describes two secondary school chemistry curriculum supplements which relate art to chemistry, entitled "The Chemistry of Color" and "Chemical Principles and Processes: A Vocational Approach." (CS)

Suggests: (1) activities to enhance interest during observations of animals in the elementary science classroom; (2) possible questions to ask during these observations; and (3) sources for observing animals such as pet stores and farms, as well as bringing pets into the classroom. (DS)

Described is the chemistry curriculum at Cedar Valley College Campus, Lancaster, Texas, in light of "Skills for Living" document written to meet the Dallas County Community College District goal statement of equipping students for effective living and responsible citizenship in a rapidly changing community. (DS)

Described is science content within an interdisciplinary core curriculum at the New School of Liberal Arts, Brooklyn College. The first two years of undergraduate work consist of art, literature, history, and science within a choice of five time periods. Also offered is a science and humanities course. (DS)

Reported is a study to determine whether the use of analogies over a wide variety of topics in high-school chemistry classes for the entire school year would improve chemistry achievement, and to determine whether there was a difference between concept and formal students in their use of analogies. (Author/DS)

Describes an interdisciplinary microcomputer and microelectronics program offered jointly by the Physics and Computer Science Departments of East Texas State University. The program operates on both the graduate and undergraduate level. Content as well as structure of the program are discussed. (Author/DS)

Described are the positive and negative effects of declining enrollments on the curriculum, with particular emphasis on the science curriculum, at a neighborhood comprehensive school in England. Problems resulting from staff reductions are stressed. Suggestions are given relative to curriculum modification and staffing should the trend continue.…

Considers various approaches to moral education in the sciences, including values clarification, values analysis, and Kohlberg's moral reasoning approach. Then introduces the moral criticism approach as a procedure which is adequate for coming to conclusions about rightness or wrongness of actions relating to the use of scientific knowledge. (CS)

Discusses methods for dealing with the inclusion of controversial issues in a science program. Two kinds of issues are treated: those that arouse parental sensitivity and those over which consensus has yet to be reached. (CS)

Described is the Independent Learning Project for Advanced Chemistry (ILPAC) which is sponsored by the Inter London Education Authority and utilized by 120 A-level students in the London schools. There are 21 written units included which contain explanations, exercises, instructions for practicals, tests, and assignments. (Author/DS)

Describes a 16-week course in marine biology involving a class-coordinated investigation of a subtropical biotic fringing reef of Hawaii. Describes in detail the development of preliminary hypotheses regarding general cause-effect relationships on the reef, and the exploration of specific areas, such as chemical or physical factors. (CS)

Describes three fantasy trips for use in science classrooms. Includes suggestions for follow-up activities and alternate uses of fantasy trips. (DS)

Discusses ways in which the study of science is being popularized at all educational levels in Chinese society. Describes efforts of popularization through newspapers, gifted student programs, public schools, book publications, and audiovisual media. (CS)