The learning system described, which consists of a Terak 8510a connected to a Discovision PR-7820 videodisc player, provides instructions for implementing and editing course materials in physics, and a workplace in which the student performs a variety of operations. Five references are cited. (FM)

Presents a core syllabus for A-level physics. Includes the rationale and nature of the core as well as brief comments on major sections of the syllabus. (SK)

Presents an evaluation of a 16+ Nuffield physics test. Lists topics covered on the test. Reviews student performance and indicates that the text discriminated at both ends of the ability range. (SK)

Describes a course in which students completed physics projects using the computer. Includes rationale for the course, list of student projects, as well as some concerns and difficulties noted by the instructors. (JN)

Discusses the lateral magnification-angular magnification relationship in the case of a simple magnifying lens. This discussion intends to show how the relationship can be treated in undergraduate optics courses as well as in many general physics courses. (HM)

Investigates several variables within the psychomotor domain, their dependence on science enrollment, and their relationship to mental ability and performance in the previous year's science course. Concludes that no differences exist in science students (N=147) and nonscience students (N=52) in psychomotor ability, but significant differences…

Describes an experiment which makes use of a number of concepts from geometrical optics. The apparatus and method which is intended for students in elementary college physics classes are included. (HM)

Describes the master's degree program in medical physics developed at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Required courses for the program, and requirements for admission are included in the appendices. (HM)

Presents Ausubel's theory of learning and discusses its implication for teaching physics in the classroom and some of the theory's shortcomings. (HM)

This article focuses on discoveries in astronomy during the past 20 years using a wide range of observing techniques. The future is seen as a time when astronomers will learn more about the distribution of mass in the universe, the physics of energetic sources, and the intricate interconnections of astrophysical processes. (Author/SA)

Describes results of a study which examined the interests of secondary students in certain aspects of physics and technology. Presents results on the mean number of student choices of theoretical and practical topics and student preferences for type of physics lesson. Examines student residence and spare-time interests as variables. (GS)

Briefly reviews the history of nuclear energy, artificial transmutations, the fission process, and nuclear energetics. A comparison of magnitude is made between chemical and nuclear energy. (CS)

Some ways to link calculus instruction with the mathematical models used in physics courses are presented. The activity of modelling is presented as a major tool in synchronizing physics and mathematics instruction in undergraduate engineering programs. (MP)

Discussed are two current physics research areas. Solar cell efficiencies are discussed relating to present and future conversion efficiencies. Topics discussed in Astrophysics include the observation of astronomical bodies at different wavelengths, in terms of electromagnetic spectrum, tools of astronomy, compact stars, pulsars X-ray binaries,…

Describes the photodiode array and the electrical connections necessary for it. Also shows a few of the optical demonstration possibilities-shadowgraphs for measuring small objects, interference and diffraction effects, angular resolution of an optical system, and a simple spectrometer. (Author/DS)