An approach which seeks to stimulate interest in mathematics by enabling a student to use his knowledge in a nontrivial application is discussed. An example of how the approach was implemented is presented with an assessment of the results as measured by student reactions. (Author/TG)

Rule learning in mathematics among elementary school children is described. Samples of dialogue between experimenters and children are presented, and the concept of rule learning is described in relation to two subgroups, gifted children and "regular" ones. (MP)

The author advocates a return to the teaching of logic in the public schools. Methods of lessening student difficulties in learning are highlighted and current school projects are discussed. (MP)

The calculator is used to help students discover the Rule of 72 which is, in turn, used to investigate problems involving population, inflation, and energy reserves. (MP)

The new role of the museum science center in science education is presented. Various innovative programs for amateurs, aspiring scientists, and casual visitors at several leading science centers are discussed. (SA)

Provides suggestions for an outdoor nature experience. Includes a table of the day's events and a listing of activities. (MA)

Elementary School Teachers were instructed on finding number patterns in a figure in one of three groups: individual discovery, group discovery, and expository. They were tested for recall, retention, and transfer. The expository groups did better on recall, but group discovery was more effective for retention and recall. (SD)

Build trust and self-esteem with strategies that put love to work in your classroom. (Editor)

Describes a remedial college course in which discovery-based teaching and physical models are employed to teach students how to think. Discusses program content, program structure, program goals, results of the course, and the impact on student success in future science and math courses. (DKM)

Presents a potpourri of environmental education activities for grades K-12. Activities are grouped according to the subject areas of science, social studies, mathematics, language arts, and fine arts. (AIM)

Examines the scope and quality of reflection-in-action displayed by six beginning teacher specialists as they provided each other with support. Analyzes 12 videotaped peer-assistance sessions using self-selected pairs. The most reflective episodes occurred when the specialist engaged the ethic of inquiry, raising questions and enjoying multiple…

Three case studies provide insight into the sort of technological language that can be fostered in early childhood. The studies highlight how: (1) an early childhood teacher comes to think about and plan for technology education; (2) very young children can participate in technology education; and (3) primary grade children can become…

Discusses the metric system. Presents an activity in which students construct their own standards of measurement by taking advantage of materials available in the classroom. (MKR)

Describes an activity that enables students to understand that there are many substances and odors carried in the flow of water. Students identify and describe a variety of natural and introduced materials found in bodies of water, and observe the effects of silt, sand, gravel and odor sources on water. (DDR)

Shows how all primitive Pythagorean triples can be generated from harmonic sequences. Use inductive and deductive reasoning to explore how Pythagorean triples are connected with another area of mathematics. (KHR)