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)

Describes a K-12 teacher enhancement program in Washington state that provides teachers with the background knowledge, human and material resources, and time to develop community-based studies on environmental issues facing the citizens of Washington. (Author/KHR)

Describes demonstrations and activities developed by the Geology/Geography Department at Eastern Illinois University for undergraduate students to present in local K-12 classrooms. The presentations aid students in developing inquiry skills. Concludes that teachers found the program useful. (Author/NB)

Science and technology are closely related yet one is an integral part of school science curricula and the other is not. Suggests that science teachers can introduce the role and importance of technology in science programs. (NB)