Surveys the outlook presented by former and present chemistry and biochemistry doctoral students toward their graduate program. Poses questions to determine what aspects are deemed important. Suggests seminars and quality advisors are important factors. (ML)

Discusses undetected hazards that may have potential for injuring staff and students. Cites examples of chemical hazards in the lab. Stresses the need for laboratory safety education. Gives examples of safety publications for secondary and college science laboratories. Comments on the changing nature of chemical safety standards. (CW)

Reported is a summary and review of more than 400 research reports published in 1986. The review is organized into four sections: (1) Teaching and the Teacher; (2) Learning and the Learner; (3) Curriculum and Instruction; and (4) Instrument Development and Analysis. Sections include overview, discussion of the studies, and implications for…

Introduced is a unique generation method of Fourier series requiring simple mathematical skills and using computer programs. Discusses Fourier synthesis by microcomputer, and Fourier analysis with simple equipment. Shown are a circuit diagram, computer programs, monitor displays and tables of data. (YP)

Describes a master's degree program at the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. Discusses the development of the program, course offerings and graduate research opportunities. The program is designed to promote the use of computers as tools for education. (CW)

Describes a Danish program designed to provide future teachers with practical knowledge about information technology and the ability to assess the impact on schools and society. Discusses promoting the use of computers across the curriculum, Operation SKINFO (School in Information Society), video broadcasts, and problems that were encountered in…

Discusses the recent increases in funding to the science and engineering directorate at the National Science Foundation. Credits the resurgence to the United States Congress. Questions how long the rise in the science education budget will be maintained. (TW)

Contains ratings of two software packages for Apple II computers: "Acid-Base Titrations, CHM311A" and "Chemical Principles for the Introductory Laboratory, CHM 384A." Both are aimed at high school and college chemistry and are rated on ease of use, subject matter content, pedagogic value, and student reaction. (CW)

Describes exercises used for the first two weeks of general chemistry when class rolls are fluctuating. Includes learning objectives, linear graphs, nonlinear graphs, scatter graphs, and precision of measurement. Exercises are designed to introduce students to the metric system, balances, significant digits, graphing, and computerized data…

Discusses the concern for safety in chemistry courses. Includes a medical information form on which students can provide information that may be important if an emergency should occur. (TW)

Describes an integrated freshman course sequence which combines biology and chemistry and uses the process of energy flow as a unifying concept. Provides a description of the three-quarter course sequence, along with lists of topics covered in both disciplines. Includes a rationale for developing such interdisciplinary courses. (TW)

Describes an elective field study program at Moravian College (Pennsylvania) in which seniors in analytical chemistry obtain first-hand experience at Bethlehem Steel Corporation. Discusses the program's planning phase, some method development projects done by students, experiences received in laboratory operations, and the evaluation of student…

Describes a simple experiment done in a quantitative analysis course that illustrates the chemistry of the breath alcohol test. Discusses the development and use of the Breathalyzer. Outlines the experimental procedure, along with the appropriate calculations and discussion of the results. (TW)

Addresses the recent shifts in the United States research system. Discusses the Congressional activities of the 1980s that have encouraged the restructuring of the traditional research sectors, and the breaking down of old barriers. Poses several unresolved questions regarding federal policies in research and technology development. (TW)

Describes the environmental education program of the extension service attached to the University of Wisconsin. Discusses the structure of the extension program efforts, its program organization, scope, objectives, staff resources, and delivery system. Explains the types of programs that are geared to the various audiences of the extension…