Presents applications in (1) radiochemistry by using experimental data from earthquakes, and (2) Boyle's Law by the opening of beer cans. (CS)

Describes methods for converting a large refrigerator or freezer into a microbiological incubator, in which a heater and temperature regulator are installed. (CS)

Provides examples of several ways that humor may be used in the physics classroom. Included are the use of cartoons, puns, visual puns, unusual units of measurement, scientific errors which have amusing consequences, posters, and amusing problem sets. (CS)

Rationale and format for classroom debates in science are given. Suggested possible topics include: euthanasia, genetic engineering, pollution, evolution, drug abuse, and nuclear power. (MK)

Provides information about the field of remote sensing, including discussions of geo-synchronous and sun-synchronous remote-sensing platforms, the actual physical processes and equipment involved in sensing, the analysis of images by humans and machines, and inexpensive, small scale methods, including aerial photography. (CS)

Presents a detailed discussion on the chemistry of glass. Topics discussed include: natural glass, early history, modern glass composition, raw materials for glass melting, chemically modified glasses, modern glass forming, glass ceramics, and new developments in glass research. (BT)

A two week, 3,000 mile, geology field trip for secondary school earth science students through New England is discussed. Student expenses, preparation details, accommodations, meals, transportation, course credit, and fieldwork are considered. A detailed trip itinerary is included. (BT)

Describes physics curriculum development for secondary schools being conducted at the Institut fur die Padagogik der Naturwissenschaften in the Federal Republic of Germany. (MLH)

Surveys the present situation of physics teaching in the secondary schools in Great Britain. Includes enrollment statistics, types of curriculum, and the influence of Nuffield projects. (MLH)

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

Discusses benefits of a field studies program in which problems are initiated by students and participation is unlimited. Formal proposals outlining details of the research, finances, and logistics are written and submitted to the board of education by the students themselves. (CS)

Describes activities in nutrition education, such as data analysis of lists of quantities and kinds of food eaten by students, listing of television commercials and frequencies of food advertised, school-wide surveys, requests to vending machine companies for more nutritional selections, and organization of a Food Day assembly. (CS)

Describes the "science forum" as a means of initiating discussion between students in different schools in a cooperative educational experience. Students from advanced biology classes in two high schools presented research papers and panel discussion followed. Involved persons included all levels of the educational community--administrators, PTA…

Describes taste experiences that are used to spark interest in studying high school biology. Emphasizes learning about survival, poisonous plants, endangered species, economic and nutritional importance of various organisms, and cultural education. (CS)

Presents a bibliography for those interested in finding out about the Australian Science Education Project (ASEP), views held about ASEP, and research concerning ASEP. (MLH)