Describes use of video equipment to record laboratory experiments which can then be replayed for closer analysis of results. (PS)

Students undertook a group project in collaboration with city officials to study garbage types in the community and possibilities of recycling solid wastes. Data collected from various sources revealed that public attitude was favorable for recycling efforts and that it was feasible economically. (PS)

Through the use of discrepant events, children can be challenged at a variety of levels to become successful investigators. (PS)

Describes activities that provide students with experience of exploring an unknown planet. Lists of required materials and instructions are included. (PS)

Describes eight investigatory science activities that can be used to study concepts related to heat. (PS)

Collecting, handling, and preserving insects reveals many things which books fail to cover, and field trips often prove to be excellent catalysts in developing young entomologists. (Author/DF)

The present conflict between creationists and evolutionists may appear to be focused on demanding equal time in school curriculum, but an attack may be made in the future on the scientific method itself. Stronger arguments should be made against creationists' viewpoint to uphold the rationale of scientific scrutiny before accepting a belief as…

Discusses managerial tasks which a department chairman will have to fulfill for successful science programs in comprehensive schools in England. (PS)

Describes a course developed to change negative student attitudes toward physics. A general outline and contents of the course in practice are included. (DF)

Twelve ideas are presented for physics teachers to implement in the laboratory or classroom. Topics covered include electromagnetic induction, microbalance, capacitors, determination of light velocity, and the compound pendulum. Information regarding laboratory equipment is also provided. (PS)

Assessment of science students is essential for the improvement of instruction. Objectives of science teaching must be clearly spelled out and different evaluation methods should be chosen to test these objectives. Author categorizes objectives of science teaching in three divisions: knowledge, skills, and personality characters. Students'…