Briefly discusses the history of major ideas about the universe, such as nebulae, black holes, and the Big Bang theory. (MLH)

Describes a selection of publications concerning aerospace topics available from government and non-government sources. (MLH)

Lists and describes aerospace periodicals, newsletters, and other serial publications. (MLH)

Reviews practical applications, particularly in scientific research, of hot air balloons. Recent U.S. governmental projects in near-space research are described. Lists (1) major accomplishments of scientific ballooning, including discoveries in cosmic ray particles, gamma and x-rays, and other radiation; (2) measurement of fluorocarbon…

Reports on a study of the implementation of the new science curriculum in secondary schools in Northern Ireland. Findings suggest that astronomy has caught the interest of many students. Concludes that these findings justify the inclusion of astronomy in the Northern Ireland Science Curriculum. Contains 12 references. (JRH)

Describes a constructivist approach to teaching about the phases of the moon. Addresses student misconceptions and encourages students to focus on the causes of the phases of the moon. (JRH)

Describes a strategy for teaching astronomy using sky lore from different cultures. Presents an activity in which students invent their own constellations and create myths to accompany them. (JRH)

Presents an historical timeline and related activities that illustrate the importance of the electromagnetic spectrum in providing clues about the evolution of the universe. (Author/SOE)

A cautious introduction of the dialogue between science and religion into a college astronomy course provoked diverse reactions from the 340 students in the course. Reports that approximately half of the students in the class engaged with the issue of science and religion to some extent and that there were few negative reactions to this…

A connection with nature constitutes the difference between Western science and indigenous perspectives of the natural world. Understanding the synchronicity of natural and astronomical cycles is integral to Anishinaabe cosmology. Examples show how the Anishinaabe cultural worldview and philosophy are reflected in their celestial knowledge and how…

Introduces the Classroom Space project aimed at revitalizing science education at Key Stages 3 and 4 by using exciting examples from Space Science and Astronomy to illustrate key science concepts. (Author/YDS)

Describes a project that involves high school students in research in different disciplines at Stockholm University. Teaches students how to design a study and research plan, accomplish the work, and write a research report. (Author/YDS)

Described are the history, formation, and observing techniques of meteors and comets. Provided are several pictures, diagrams, meteor organizations and publications, and meteor shower observation tables. (YP)

Describes a system of interactive astronomy whereby nonscience students are able to acquire their own images from a room remotely linked to a telescope. Briefly discusses some applications of Charge-Coupled Device cameras (CCDs) in teaching free fall, projectile motion, and the motion of the pendulum. (JRH)

An annotated bibliography of books about non-Newtonian physics written by physicists for the lay reader. Organized into three sections: (1) a listing by titles; (2) classification of the books by subject heading; and (3) an annotated bibliography arranged by author. (LZ)