Described is a nine-week experiment determining the effectiveness of integrating the use of science trade books into a seventh-grade life science unit on cells, anatomy, and physiology. Results confirm the advantages of integrated reading for high- and low-ability groups, with marked positive influence on affective outcomes. (CS)

Briefly reviews three programs which foster self-directed learning: "Unified Sciences and Mathematics for Elementary Schools,""Environmental Studies," and "Science 5/13." Includes a chart of words and phrases characterizing self-directed and other-directed learning. (SK)

Findings from a five-year study of the use of Level I of the Intermediate Science Curriculum Study in a suburban Philadelphia school district are reported and discussed. (PB)

Presents a series of tried and tested ideas for making the college and high school biology laboratory a place where students can become active investigators. Focuses on infusing investigative laboratories into existing courses, laboratory equipment, student capabilities, instructor time, and student and instructor attitudes toward laboratory…

The problem is discussed as to whether man's age-old characteristics of selfishness and greed can be sufficiently overcome to avoid any general world war. It is suggested that if people are to come to terms with the problems confronting them, what the schools teach will be of vital importance. (PB)

The Department of Education and the National Science Foundation report that pre-college science, mathematics, and engineering education are adequate for students who are career oriented in those fields but inadequate for the remaining students. Professional education in these same areas is also inadequate. Discusses reasons, problems and possible…

Outlines a classroom science activity suitable for elementary through adult levels demonstrating that coldwater submergence may cause some people to appear dead when they are not. Includes a description of several activities which exhibit the signs of coldwater camouflage, materials needed, and discussion topics. (DS)

Describes the three aviation programs in the School of Aeronautics at the Florida Institute of Technology: Flight Technology, Air Commerce and Transportation, and Aviation Electronic Technology. (DS)

Reviews the successes and failures of the science curriculum reform activities in England and Wales during the last 20 years and examines the underlying causes. In this review the author draws extensively on findings from researchers into curriculum implementation, conducted in Britain and elsewhere. (Author/HM)

Teachers and scientists indicated, by questionnaire, that elementary science curricula should emphasize the importance of biology for self-understanding and the development of positive attitudes toward science. Secondary level curricula should emphasize subject matter, history of science, and application of biology in life. (CP)

Debates what the role of activism should be in environmental education. Argues that there is a proper place for citizen action in the environmental education curriculum and that instructional sequences should end with citizen action. (DDR)

Presents a large-scale teacher development program, a personal greenhouse gas calculator, and resources for teachers and students. (Contains 57 references.) (DDR)

Described is the status of science education reform in 1990. Different groups working on change, demographic trends in the US, student anecdotes, lab operations, the role of Sigma Xi, goals set by the state governors, industry efforts, and programs for the improvement of middle school teachers are discussed. (CW)

Discusses the Bradford Plan's general education core curriculum which includes a course in scientific literacy. Advocates an understanding, awareness and appreciation of the science field. Provides the course objectives and outline. (MVL)

Describes research conducted on the organization of information from many disciplines to teach social issues raised by nuclear technology. States that the social sciences provided the organizational base for most courses examined, courses emphasized moral responsibility and political choice, and syllabi emphasized technological, strategic, and…