Presented is a discussion focusing on teaching radioactivity in the schools. The author suggests equipment available and experiments that can be performed. (PEB)

A number of activities are described by which a class can collect biological data about the students in the class. Brief instructions are given. (RH)

Described are some uses of a 35mm single lens reflex camera as a tool for the applied study of ecology. Photography is discussed in relation to field trips, ecosystems, general ecological concepts, pollution, and special projects. (PEB)

One of a series (see SE 511 541, 542, and 544) of articles dealing with views of science educators concerning the future of secondary science education as exemplified by developments at the individual's college or university. This paper explores ways by which preservice teachers could gain experience in the public schools while inservice teachers…

The functions of the Institute for Science Education (IPN) at Kiel, West Germany, are described. The main activities of the IPN focus on development of curricula for science education and investigation of special problems arising in science teaching. (PEB)

Presented is one individual's perception of problems related to reform in biological education, as exemplified within the English educational system. (PEB)

Based on the assumption that even city dwellers have access to clumps of moss growing on buildings and on pavements, information concerning some of the inhabitants of these mosses and some aspects of the environment in which they live is presented. (PEB)

Briefly summarizes the proceedings of a meeting to consider the implications of assessment for both secondary and tertiary chemical education. (PEB)

Reports the results of a study designed to compare the effects of inductive and deductive programmed instruction on students' achievement in high school chemistry classes. (JR)

Presents a method of testing a class that is designed to reveal the level of thinking of the individual student in the context of the science instruction that he is receiving. (JR)

Reports some of the more significant generalized findings that have emerged from an evaluation of the Nuffield O-Level biology course materials and their use in secondary schools. (JR)