The function, design, and ground station requirements of the AMSAT-OSCAR non-commercial space satellite system are described, and various experiments designed for direct student participation in space communications are provided in this text primarily written for the science educator. Six chapters include: (1) an introduction to general satellite…

This issue, number 42 in the series, is divided into the sections of: (1) British science activities, and (2) overseas and international science activities. Presented in a newsletter format, numerous topics of interest to secondary school science and mathematics educators pertaining to British education are presented. Reports on the engineering…

THIS IS A TEACHER GUIDE TO AEROSPACE SCIENCE TOPICS FOR USE IN GRADES KINDERGARTEN THROUGH SIX. UNITS OF STUDY ARE BASED ON MAN'S EFFORTS TO FLOAT, FLY, AND EXIST ABOVE THE EARTH'S SURFACE. FOR EACH TOPIC THERE ARE INCLUDED LISTS OF (1) CONCEPTS TO BE DEVELOPED, (2) SUGGESTED GROUP ACTIVITIES, (3) VOCABULARY, (4) TEACHER REFERENCE BOOKS, (5)…

IDEAS FOR SCIENCE INVESTIGATIONS FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE DESCRIBED. IN PART I THE STUDENT IS INTRODUCED TO THE IDEA OF THE PROJECT-TYPE INVESTIGATION AND IS GIVEN A GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE MANUAL. A SECTION WHICH IS WRITTEN FOR THE TEACHER INCLUDES A DISCUSSION OF (1) EDUCATIONAL VALUES DERIVED FROM INDIVIDUAL INVESTIGATIONS, AND (2) THE…

THIS GUIDE FOR THE SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS BEGINS WITH A CHAPTER ON THE NATURE OF SCIENCE, AND THE SCIENCE FAIR, AND CONTINUES THROUGH THE FIVE CHAPTERS OF PART ONE, PLANNING AND EXECUTING YOUR PROJECT, TO EXPLAIN THE DETAILS INVOLVED IN SELECTING, DEVELOPING, AND EXHIBITING A PROJECT. PART II OF THE VOLUME CONSIDERS THE STRUCTURE OF SCIENCE…

ARTICLES ON EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN "THE SCIENCE TEACHER" DURING 1960-1966 ARE INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL FOR SECONDARY TEACHERS. THOSE DEALING WITH THE FORMATION AND STRUCTURE OF THE EARTH, CLIMATE, WEATHER, AND THE OCEANS PROVIDE TEACHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION. ANOTHER SERIES OF ARTICLES INCLUDES INFORMATION ABOUT…

This is the second in a series of guidebooks written for elementary school teachers to help improve their science teaching. The book emphasizes processes of science and creativity as well as science content. The book is divided into three sections--the atmosphere, the lithosphere, and the hydrosphere. Each chapter begins with simple concepts, and…

This is the third in a series of guidebooks written for elementary school teachers to assist them in improving their science instruction. The book attempts to emphasize processes and creativity as well as content. Atoms and molecules constitute the subject matter of the publication. Many experiments and demonstrations are included. (BC)

This handbook for space science was developed for use by elementary school teachers of grades K-6. The instructional plan of this guide presents activities for students of various maturity levels--five through eleven years. Teachers are encouraged to use the materials to meet the needs of individuals in the class. Most of the activities included…

Analyzed was the effect of an automated science curriculum on the science learnings of eighth grade students. This curriculum used Keysort Cards as a flexible handbook for teachers and included directions for using a teaching method which required the direct involvement of students in the scientific behaviors of inquiry. "The Portland Science…

This listing of projects includes those environmental and outdoor education projects which were funded under Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Act of 1965. The types of programs listed are in-service, on-school-site, day center, and resident programs. Information concerning the director of the project, the school district and schools…

This curriculum is designed to assist teachers, supervisors and administrators develop effective elementary school science programs. The phases of planning at the local level are given in terms of defining objectives, developing a scope of instructional topics, establishing a sequence of topics, developing teaching units, devising evaluation…

The process of high-altitude photography and its uses are the topics of this publication. The advantages of color infrared photography over black and white images are discussed, using as evidence a series of skylab photographs. The major portion of this work is devoted to the detection of natural resources of the earth from the analysis of…

Included is a compilation of 21 simple experiments for use by elementary teachers and aides. The experiments are grouped into these categories: plants, insects, and senses. The materials required are not specialized and would generally be available in the classroom or from a local store. A number of films are recommended and are available from the…

This manual is intended for use by second grade teachers as a guide for 35 activities for the study of the behavior of mealworms. The activities are intended to help instill in pupils a joy and excitement for inquiry and experimentation, plus an appreciation and understanding of basic scientific methods. Introductory subject material includes a…