Discusses ways to let music add a new dimension to a science lesson on dinosaurs. (GB)

Presents an example of a value clarification exercise developed for a unit on pollution. In this technique students are given or prepare a number of items to rate from desirable to undesirable, or from undesirable toward desirable. (JR)

Describes experiments that can be carried out by freshmen in general science courses. All experiments are prepared with inexpensive equipment and materials. Quantitative data are analyzed intuitively using graphical representations. (JP)

Describes a circuit which can produce patterns consisting of epicycle curves. The appearance and mathematical nature of some of the patterns is explained. Details are given for the conversion of an oscilloscope to display the patterns demonstrating the practicality of such experiments in most introductory physics laboratories. (JP)

Describes how to establish a colony of isopods (pill bugs) and suggests how these organisms may be used in teaching elementary school science. (JR)

Describes methods of developing and using cultures of microoganisms suitable for use in elementary school science classes. Emphasis is placed upon the characteristics and culturing of amoeba, paramecia, euglena, rotifers, and algae. (JR)

Discusses the visual and photographic methods and the design features of a camera at Aberystwyth with a brief justification for satellite tracking. Indicates that satellite measurements have been used to determine the shape of the earth and diurnal variations in atmospherical densities. (CC)

Describes an instructional unit designed to increase student awareness of environmental pollution and the difficulties involved in correcting the situation. Seventh grade science students collected local water samples, tested them, and reported significant pollution to state and federal authorities. Simulation game Dirty Water'' increased student…

Analyzes the nature of the learning process and attempts to show how the three components of a reinforcement contingency, the stimulus, the response and the reinforcement can be utilized to increase the efficiency of a typical science learning experience, the excursion. (JR)

Advocates field excursions in the teaching of geology and earth science. Provides useful suggestions and offers some cautions for the preparation and execution of a geology field trip. (JR)

Advocates the multimedia field study as a valuable supplement to actual field work in earth science. The simulated excursion utilizes a variety of media, and can effectively acquaint students with geological features which they may not be able to visit. An example of a multimedia field study package is provided. (JR)

Describes the organization and activities of a field studies group at Melbourne Grammar School. Camping trips are made during the school vacations, and students undertake extensive studies in various areas of natural history. Outlines a number of successfully completed studies and long-term projects still in progress. (JR)