Describes a source of diversity and enrichment for summer field experiences. Presents information on the geographic and geologic setting, glacial history and record, relative dating of deposits, and use for student experience. Tables include a generalized location of the area, summary of moraine morphology, and pictures. (RT)

Examines the use of a storyline approach to integrated learning and provides a detailed example. The "Mysterious Encounters--Earth" program based on a detective storyline includes an intensive environmental experience at a local park and provides the springboard and framework to help teachers integrate environmental learning into…

San Francisco's Exploratorium contains over 650 interactive exhibits that invite visitors (including 67,000 students on field trips yearly) to explore natural phenomena through individual hands-on inquiry and discovery. The museum's hidden agenda is helping schools incorporate inquiry and discovery into classrooms. Internet connections to Science…

Taking students to the grocery store can build math skills, encourage cooperation, and benefit local charities. One activity has students collect coupons, earn money, divide into groups (with specifically assigned roles), shop for items for local charities, with the aid of parent volunteers, then deliver the groceries to the charities. (SM)

A survey of 148 inner London schools showed that, since the 1990 abolition of the Inner London Education Authority, which supported extracurricular enrichment, financial constraints had affected field trips, music, arts, sports, and after-school/latchkey programs. Some schools are using charitable and parental contributions, but further budget…

Discusses a college fieldtrip experience in Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom, in which an extreme event at an oceanside blowhole nearly resulted in injury or death. Relates this to other dynamic and chaotic situations along coastlines. Recommends sensitization to potential risk factors. One of series discussing incidents in which no injury occurred…

Uses Josiah Wedgwood and the pottery industry in England to illustrate the theme of technological development in a unit on the Industrial Revolution. States that infusing the biography of a specific individual can enliven history instruction. Presents two lessons on Josiah Wedgwood and shows how historians use the material culture to understand…

Eight theme articles cover the following topics: the importance of including agricultural education in the elementary curriculum; a day at the farm for third graders; the Agriculture in the Classroom program; and the importance of reaching elementary teachers. (JOW)

One teacher's experience with experiential learning in an elementary school English-as-a-Second-Language program is described that features three components to enhance verbal communication skills: field trips, a book of stories, and video production. (Contains seven references.) (LB)

Discusses the development and use of pretrip and posttrip lesson plans written by nature center staff to enhance the learning experiences of students on nature center field trips. Lists and discusses the major components of the lesson plans. (Contains 11 references.) (MKR)

An assessment of the water quality of the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon was made, using the following parameters: dissolved oxygen, water temperature, hydrogen ion concentration, total dissolved solids, turbidity, and ammonium/nitrogen levels. These parameters were used to provide some clue as to the "wellness" and stability of the…

Describes a college level course in opera for nonmusic education students. Contends that students benefited from the enriching experience of the course. Includes a list of 10 operas recommended for an introductory course. (CFR)

An innovative physical education course incorporating unique field experiences, high levels of participation, and reinforcement of individual responsibility was designed and implemented in a pilot project. When compared to traditional physical education classes, mixed results were obtained for various physical fitness measures and knowledge…

Promotes the experiential learning benefits of outdoor education. Describes the experiences of students in grades 4-6 who planned, raised funds for, and participated in a field trip that included a visit to the New England Aquarium, a whale watch cruise, and camping on Cape Cod during a tropical storm. (LP)

Asserts that field experiences cannot be replaced by a textbook or a computer program and discusses why field trips at the college level are in decline. (PR)