Presents an activity that demonstrates how a traditional activity can generate questions not typically raised in a conventional course. In the context of astrobiology, students can connect to an intriguing endeavor, the search for extraterrestrial life. (DDR)

Investigates whether United Kingdom (UK) primary teachers are aware of the potential of highly able young scientists and whether they differentiate their teaching accordingly. Questionnaire answers suggest that teachers do use a variety of methods to differentiate their science teaching. There was, however, no correlation between teachers'…

Introduces a laboratory experiment that investigates the key factors in determining the depth or diameter of an impact crater. (YDS)

Traditional ecological knowledge has value not only for the wealth of biological information it contains but also for the cultural framework of respect, reciprocity, and responsibility in which it is embedded. (Contains 48 references.) (DDR)

Reviews textbooks in use in the sixth-form classroom. Reports numerous examples of muddled facts, confusing explanations, and serious misconceptions. (DDR)

Points out how invaluable experiences are in shaping children's ideas about the environment. Discusses the role that literature can play in providing environmental education experiences to children. (DDR)

Presented is a directory of 340 undergraduate engineering and engineering technology programs in the United States and Canada. Each profile includes officers, setting, student population, student support programs, programs for minorities and women, admission and financial aid information, graduation requirements, and program offerings. Information…

Discussed is the teaching of physics with an emphasis on the learning of concepts before problem solving. Examples of this approach are provided. (CW)

Discusses a laboratory course to familiarize mechanical engineering students in the use of electronics and computers. Describes the objectives, laboratory facilities, lecture topics, projects, and laboratory exercises for the course. (YP)

Discusses integrating occupational health and safety engineering topics into existing engineering course work. Describes three models for integration and a procedure to assess the integration. (YP)

Over 200 references divided into 24 different areas are presented. Topics include administration, aeronautics, architecture, biomedical technology, CAD/CAM, civil engineering, computers, curriculum, electrical/electronics engineering, industrial engineering, industry and employment, instructional technology, laboratories, lasers, liberal studies,…

Lists articles and books related to engineering technology education published in 1988. Items are grouped administration, aeronautical, architectural, CAD/CAM, civil, computers, curriculum, electrical/electronics, industrial, industry/government/employers, instructional technology, laboratories, lasers, liberal studies, manufacturing, mechanical,…

The experience of one high school in New York State offering physics to freshmen is described. Advantages and disadvantages of this approach are discussed. Curriculum alternatives within the New York State guidelines are presented. (CW)

Described is a survey of firms which hire biologists. Summarized are required knowledge, skills, qualifications, and attributes required of candidates; types of jobs being filled; and methods of finding qualified candidates. Careers in biotechnology areas are highlighted. (CW)

Claims scientific literacy is important for all college students, including nonscience majors. Discusses issues related to scientific literacy and courses that include scientific literacy. (YP)