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Download full textStoever, Edward C., Jr. – 1979
Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, Instructional Materials, Oceanography
Stoever, Edward C., Jr. – 1979
Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) modules were designed to: (1) provide students with the methods and results of continuing investigations into the composition, history, and processes of the earth's crust and the application of this knowledge to man's activities and (2) to be used by teachers with little or no previous background in the…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, Instructional Materials, Science Activities
Dixon, Peggy; And Others – 1976
This study guide is part of a program of studies entitled Science and Engineering Technician (SET) Curriculum. The SET Curriculum integrates elements from the disciplines of chemistry, physics, mathematics, mechanical technology, and electronic technology. The objective of this curriculum development project is to train technicians in the use of…
Descriptors: Acoustics, Associate Degrees, College Science, Engineering Education
Barclay, William L., III; And Others – 1970
This guide provides opportunities for students to investigate several aspects of balancing including weighing, equilibrium, symmetry, gravity, and center of gravity, bringing mathematics and science together in activities involving graphing, inequalities, and number relations. This is divided into five major sections: (1) introduction, (2)…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Interdisciplinary Approach
Manley, Barry Lee – 1978
Examined was the problem of the learning environment as it related to differential affective outcomes. Two specific questions were investigated. First, were there overall significant differences in the learning environments of classes who scored high (the top 25% strong attitudes towards chemistry) on the Student Opinion Survey in Chemistry?…
Descriptors: Achievement, Attitudes, Chemistry, Conference Reports
Crowley, Rose Lea; And Others – 1970
This teaching guide supplements a science unit concerned with bud maturation recommended for use in fourth- and fifth-grade classrooms. The first section describes possible activities for children to explore, such as field study, collections, dissecting, and experiments. The second section offers a few brief suggestions for teaching the unit. The…
Descriptors: Biology, Botany, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
PDF pending restorationLockard, J. David, Comp. – 1975
This is a report on a two-day conference, held at the University of Maryland in August of 1974, to examine the impact of the National Science Foundation (NSF) on science curriculum development in the United States. The conference covered the improvement of science teaching materials and instruction development as well as the overall…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Conferences, Curriculum Development, Educational Development
Freeman, Tom – 1971
Presented is the study of sequences of rock layers as the basis for historical geology. Also considered is the influence of rock layers on the appearance of the landscape. Specific relevant laws of geology are presented. Preparation for a field trip is discussed. An example field trip is discussed and field techniques and projects are reviewed.…
Descriptors: Earth Science, Environment, Field Studies, Field Trips
Rapp, George, Jr. – 1971
The causes for many of the colors exhibited by minerals are presented to students. Several theories of modern physics are introduced. The nature of light, the manner in which light interacts with matter, atomic theory, and crystal structure are all discussed in relation to the origin of color in minerals. Included are color pictures of many…
Descriptors: Chemical Bonding, Chemistry, Color, Earth Science
Field Guide to Astronomy Without a Telescope. Earth Science Curriculum Project Pamphlet Series PS-9.
Dexter, William A. – 1971
This guide provides the interested student with a wide range of astronomical investigations that require a minimum of equipment. Activities focus on analysis and understanding of numerous celestial events which are observable every day. The guide is intended to lead the amateur through initial steps in the understanding of some of the functions of…
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Aerospace Technology, Astronomy, Earth Science
Moore, Carleton B. – 1971
Discussed are meteors from an historical and astronomical viewpoint; then presented is the chemical makeup of iron meteorites, stony meteorites, and stony-iron meteorites. Age determination, moon craters, and tektites are also treated. The interested observer learns how to identify meteorites and to describe how they fall. (Author/RE)
Descriptors: Aerospace Education, Aerospace Technology, Astronomy, Earth Science
BOGEN, GERALD KEITH – 1963
THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE TRAVELING SCIENCE DEMONSTRATORS TO THE PROFESSIONAL GROWTH OF THE TEACHERS CONTACTED WERE STUDIED. TWO QUESTIONNAIRES WERE CONSTRUCTED TO MEASURE THE IMPACT OF THE PROGRAM. A "TEACHER-VISITED" QUESTIONNAIRE WAS SENT TO 415 PERSONS VISITED BY A DEMONSTRATOR, AND A SECOND QUESTIONNAIRE WAS MAILED TO ELEVEN…
Descriptors: Doctoral Dissertations, Educational Improvement, Inservice Teacher Education, Measurement Instruments
Simmons, Herbert Nelson – 1973
This study describes a workshop designed to improve elementary science instruction by encouraging teachers to discard the "spectator" mode of participation and become involved in a program designed to be compatible to the objectives and philosophy of the Science Curriculum Improvement Study (SCIS). A random sample of 224 teachers (the…
Descriptors: Attitudes, Doctoral Dissertations, Elementary School Science, Elementary School Teachers
Busch, Phyllis S. – 1969
Presented is an environmental approach to elementary school science teaching. The inquiry approach is stressed and outdoor activities are integrated with classroom activities. A variety of curricular materials were developed to be used in conjunction with the New York State Elementary Science Curriculum. The project also provided workshops for…
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Curriculum Development, Ecology, Elementary School Science
Allen, David William – 1974
Reported is a study to investigate problems handicapped readers had with the Intermediate Science Curriculum Study (ISCS) test and of a method for adapting the test so that it might be more understandable. Seven questions related to the 1968-1969 ISCS test Probing the Natural World, Volume I were studied. The investigations of these questions was…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Educational Research, Grade 7, Handicapped Children
