To determine methods by which elementary science teachers learn to use instructional materials, the University of South Dakota, as part of the National Science Foundation-sponsored project TAPE (Tactics for Applying Programs in Education), mailed a questionnaire to a randomly selected group of elementary science teachers in South Dakota, Iowa,…

An instrument which affords blind students opportunities for direct observation, experimentation, and discovery is described. Accompanying the light sensor is a manual containing 25 experiments. (EB)

An inexpensive, creative learning environment is described. Supplies, method of assembly, experiences to be encountered in its use and additional value for its use are described. (EB)

Investigates the perceptions of teachers, principals, and consultants concerning the importance of identified inservice activities, provided by a consultant, to implementing teachers. One hundred-forty-five educators participated in a program in which Science--A Process Approach (SAPA) materials were introduced. Collectively, educators considered…

Describes the simple construction and operation of an inexpensive photographic enlarger. (CP)

Photographs are provided as an aid in the description of steps involved in the construction of an aquarium. (CP)

Data from questionnaires indicated that the Tennessee Aerospace Education Workshops were successful in reaching their stated goals, which included developing a greater awareness of aerospace education and helping teachers incorporate more aerospace education in classroom activities. (MLH)

Gives examples and advantages of various levels of teacher participation in science curriculum development, especially emphasizing Nuffield curricula. (MLH)

Describes a science activity in which any and all elementary school students can become involved and enjoy success. Various activities centered around a student-devised mini-garden are proposed. (EB)

Explains how to start and operate a science club for grades 4-6 and presents some suggested activities. (BB)

Tips for organizing and operating a resource center are presented. (BB)

Explains a demonstration that shows the additive nature of light using three overhead projectors. (GA)

Reports on a conference of the American Chemical Society in which ways to increase children's interest and exposure to science were discussed. (CP)

Describes how to organize Learning Centers, the basic curriculum decisions to be made with respect to learning objectives, activities, materials involved, and the process of evaluation to monitor pupils' progress. (GA)

Discusses the goals of science teaching in general. States the results of certain research reports with respect to the effectiveness of some newly developed instructional programs. Contends that the teacher's behavior, and the classroom experiences provided are ultimately responsible for the success of the program. (GA)