The state of precollege earth science education in Victoria is described. The unit structure and content for the Victoria Certificate of Education in geology is detailed. The relationship between society and technological development is stressed in this curriculum. (CW)

Discussed are positions on the topic of creationism. The dichotomy between science and religion is analyzed. Middle positions are highlighted and the fundamental issues clarified. Examples that illustrate historical changes in scientific thought are included. (KR)

This paper shows that more pupils take biology than the other sciences in England. Biology attracts pupils of all abilities and girls in particular. Performance data reported suggests that the study of biology is not as effective in enhancing science performance as are the physical sciences. (CW)

Argues for the recognition of technology as an autonomous co-equal to, and not a subordinate branch of, science. Discusses the uniqueness of technological knowledge. Compares the constitutive and contextual values of science and technology from various standpoints. Includes 56 references. (Author/YP)

Introduces the Chemical Education for Public Understanding Program (CEPUP), a program concerned with chemicals and their uses. Describes the origins, material development, modules, and dissemination of the program. (Author/YP)

Describes the curriculum development, criteria for selection, and supplementary materials of science and technology education in the Philippines. Provides a content list of "Science and Technology III" core textbook for secondary school students. (YP)

Provides suggestions for a unit on the biological process of aging. Includes three activity sheets on the comparison of jaws and dentition from differently aged people, a denture survey, and eating and living without teeth. Includes a framework for organizing a course on the physiology of aging. (RT)

Introduces an interdisciplinary activity using a cola drink. Describes the lesson plan, including objectives, procedures, evaluation, projects, and conclusions. Provides two laboratory sheets containing problem, hypothesis, materials, procedure, observations, and conclusions, vocabulary table, and data table. (YP)

This is the outline of a course designed to explore the complex interrelationships between science, technology and society. Units include: an introduction to the nature of science; exploration of the scientific method and its limitations; impact of science on learning; development of a technological society; and selected topics of modern science.…

Discussed are the ways that misconceptions about chemistry are acquired by presecondary children. Several recommendations for teaching chemistry to children are presented including the use of variety, hands-on experiences, critical thinking skills, and appropriate timing of concepts. (CW)

Discussed is a conference on the freshmen year in science and engineering which was sponsored by the Alliance for Undergraduate Education. Emphasizes an increasing emphasis on teaching in research universities. Lists six steps to create a strong science and engineering education program. (YP)

Discussed are the deficiencies of teaching laboratories in science education and the feasibility study and development of the Institute for Teaching Experimental Chemistry at Carnegie Mellon University. The primary goals of the program and its significant elements are presented. (CW)

Results from a survey of 30 states are presented. Goals, curriculum guides, content coverage, and levels of instruction are compared. A list of 50 references is included. (CW)

Indicates and describes items that are incorrect in textbooks and a teacher edition of Discover SCIENCE for K-6. (YP)

Discusses a high school advanced placement physics course cooperating with neighboring college. Describes the background, titles of experiments, report format, and discussion. (YP)