Describes an activity which incorporates topographic map interpretation, soils analysis, hydrogeology, and local geology in a five-week series of exercises for an introductory college earth science class. (CP)

Advocates a field seminar program in which prospective earth science teachers, as well as other student participants, may earn college credits for taking part in field experiences. (CP)

Reports on summer geology courses offered for students desiring more advanced work than was available in the elementary geology program. Instructional format, course objectives, and some learning activities are presented. (CP)

Reports on an undergraduate earth science course for non-science majors structured around five-week minicourses. Evaluates student and teacher response to the program. (CP)

This study proposed a model set of cognitive-behavioral objectives for field-based teacher education programs for earth science teachers. It describes field experience integration into teacher education programs. The model is also applicable for evaluation of earth science teacher education programs. (RE)

Methods are described for an initial survey of trampling pressure and soil compaction, and their effects on both the soil environment and the plant community structure. (Author/BB)

Provides hints for teaching a unit on fossils, with special emphasis on the use of field trips. Suggests several points for a successful field experience and describes how the author used local fossil sites to involve students in field trips. (MA)

Describes seven strategies used to make CEEP modules readable and appealing to students. These include involving classroom teachers in writing the modules, early analysis of word- and concept-levels, and using a list of familiar words in editing the modules. (MA)

Discusses the development of earth science curriculum projects and student activities via the Central Evolution Education Project (CEEP) for grades eight through ten earth science classes. (SL)

This is an instructional activity from a Crustal Evolution Project (CEEP) module which involves the student with evidence supporting continental drift and the past existance of Pangea. (MDR)

The results of President Carter's policy on non-proliferation of nuclear weapons are expected to slow the growth rate in energy consumption, put the development of the breeder reactor in question, halt plans to reprocess and recycle uranium and plutonium, and expand facilities to supply enriched uranium. (Author/MA)

Joint educational activities involving professional geologists, faculty, and students will lead to a better understanding of how geology is applied in the world of business. A list of about 95 people suitable as resources for such meetings is given. (Author/MA)

An introductory college course in which both the instructional staff and students have input into the content has been successfully implemented into a spectrum of instructor-centered to student-centered introductory earth science courses. Grading by point accumulation method reduced the grade threat and induced student responsibility for learning.…

Performance differences were not significant between men and women in Earth Science classes with fixed assignment deadlines, nor were achievement differences significant for women in self-paced sections compared to fixed deadline men or women. Men performed higher than women in self-paced groups, and higher than men or women in other learning…