This study was an attempt to use a model or a theoretical construct and to find if that model related to an underlying construct teachers might have as they view science teaching decisions. Nine scenes from the Science Curriculum Improvement Study (SCIS) film, "Don't Tell Me, I'll Find Out," were selected. Statements reflecting three…

The results of semantic differential scores lead to the conclusion that there was no significant change in student attitudes when transferred from a concept approach in science to the process-oriented method of Science--A Process Approach. (CP)

Most of the activities suggested in this trial version of the Genetics unit produced by the Australian Science Education Project rely on second-hand data, although one of the introductory activities suggested is based on results of a mouse breeding experiment. The unit is, therefore, expected to be suitable only for students who are capable of…

Discusses the role of the history of science in science education, in particular the views of Kuhn, Brush, and the author on this issue. The Project Physics Course (PPC) as an example of an un-Kuhnian science source is also presented. (HM)

Schematically depicts the variety of uses the mole concept has for 0-level chemistry. (CP)

Article discusses how the West Indian Science Curriculum Innovation Project (WISCIP) and the University of the West Indies have cooperated to improve the quality of science education in Barbados. (Author)

Describes different features of Science - A Process Approach materials for elementary schools. A brief review about the success of the program is included. (PS)

Relates results of analyses of student performance on the final course examination to differences in sex, previous educational background, concurrent studies, attitudes toward the course, reasons for studying biology and career aspirations. (AL)

Describes use of Science Curriculum Improvement Study materials for teaching environmental education in elementary schools. The units provide a sequential learning experience ranging from the Study of Organisms, Life Cycles, Populations, Environments, Communities to Ecosystems. Projects underway in the United States and Sweden for materials…

Students' preferences changed from applied to theoretical aspects of physics, and from recall of facts to identification of fundamental principles during two years of study of the Physical Science Study Committee in Australian High Schools. (AL)

Describes the development, evaluation, and use of Laboratory Explorations in Biology" as an integral part of the Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory (McREL) Inquiry Role Approach". Student and teacher reactions are described, and an example of student evaluation of peers' achievement is given. (AL)

The publication of a British adaptation of the BSCS Green Version (High School Biology) is announced. (AL)