A brief description of an interdisciplinary secondary school with a science orientation'' which was designed to develop technological literacy.'' (Author/AK)

Concerned with improving science education, the author suggests the development of (1) science programs which are of greater interest and challenge to students and (2) teacher education programs on a more cooperative basis, with emphasis on the development of individualistic teaching styles. (LC)

Brigham Young University devised a "dual-track system to provide highly practical training in both engineering and technology for students with different capabilities. The training tracks lead to different careers. (WM)

During 1981-82 a physics contest was held in North Carolina in which a new physics question was asked each month. Information is provided for others contemplating a similar task. Areas addressed include costs, prizes (calculators), number of entries, contest rules, contest goals, and such problems as time involvement. (JN)

Forty-seven residential schools for the deaf were sampled to obtain a representative description of science program materials in use for students aged two to 14. (Author/SW)

Describes various aspects of the Chemical Engineering Department at the University of Colorado, including its history, teaching quality, research programs, and commitment to professional service. (CS)

Presented is a review of the professional literature concerning the value of science education for mildly retarded students. (CS)

Discusses a joint research program between several high school teachers and solar system astronomers in which data were collected on photoelectric observations of asteroids and minor planets via astronomical telescopes. (MLH)

Data gathered from 24 federally funded "demonstrations" of new project technologies provide information for this discussion which includes rationale for government involvement, scope of federal demonstration activities, and framework for analyzing outcomes in terms of project goals. (CS)

Outlines the history of the educational role of the National Park Service under various leaders. Details the types of educational outreach programs that are thriving today and discusses their merits and successes. (DDR)

The 4-H classroom science program model includes experiential materials, school-community partnership, orientation workshops, and ongoing support from extension. Evaluation results suggest that partner expectations must be clearer and communication between teachers and community partners is crucial. (SK)

Describes the development of the Nebraska Earth Science Education Network and its current activities in providing support for experienced teachers by enhancing and expanding teaching resource materials and educational opportunities. Provides a framework that other state geological surveys could use to establish a similar communication network.…

Discusses processes for change that have been used to introduce innovative learning processes into laboratory courses. In one case the content of the course was not changed, just the order of presentation. In the second example cooperative learning processes were introduced in order to facilitate a change in the course content. (AIM)