Examines the question "Why does light travel at speed c?", dispelling the widespread qualitative notion that the speed of light results from time delays in the interaction of electric and magnetic fields. Also presents information by which readers can work on their own qualitative insights concerning the speed of light. (JN)

Discusses electronegativity equalization using Pauling units. Although Pauling has qualitatively defined electronegativity as the power of an atom in a molecule to attract electrons to itself, Pauling electronegativities are treated in this paper as prebonded, isolated-atom quantities. (JN)

Presents an overview of the glass-to-rubber transition, what it is, why it is important, and the major factors that influence it. Indicates that this information should be incorporated into chemistry curricula. (JN)

Research opportunities can exist in schools that do not have a graduate school or research institutes. It is important to achieve the proper environment for significant research. (DF)

A number of engineering educators provide brief statements regarding engineering education and research. (DF)

A progress report on the project is presented. Publication and distribution rights were awarded to the American Chemical Society. Plans are being made to distribute these materials to selected schools around the country for classroom trial. (DF)

Reports on the following are presented: Computer Generates Data for Statistics, Community College Advisory Committee, Environmental Studies Program, Natural Complexity, Systems Approach to Problem Solving, and Chem Lab Uses Mobile Computer. (DF)

The most obvious international trend, based on results from 22 countries, is the growing tendency for chemistry curricula to come under much closer and more critical scrutiny than in the past. There is also a definite trend toward introduction of instrumental methods in laboratory courses. (CP)

Describes a method for direct calculation of energy levels by using elementary techniques. Describes the limitations of the approach but also claims that with a minimum amount of labor a student can get greater understanding of atomic physics problems. (PS)

Describes alternate methods of schematically representing genetic lines of descent, and illustrates the different patterns obtained with random mating, line breeding, parthanogentic males, cloning, and grafting. (AL)

Listed are some new programs added in different institutions. Topics listed are oceanography, environmental education, interdisciplinary education, computer assisted instruction in chemistry laboratory, elementary education and FORTRAN IV for beginning students. (PS)