Science programs should be such that a child develops a set of skills to explore content, rather than learning the content by rote or by memorizing. (GB)

Author undertook a study to examine new science instruction, science budgets and expenditures for new materials from 133 instructors of elementary science methods representing 94 teacher-training institutions. Teacher preparation for science instruction was the focus of the article. (Author/RK)

Discusses the development and future of Prophet,'' a specialized information handling system for pharmacology research. It is designed to facilitate the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge about mechanisms of drug action, and it is hoped that it will aid in converting pharmacology research from an empirical to a predictive science. (JR)

Address presented at the Centennial Celebration of the Spanish Society of Natural History, November 1971, in Madrid. (DS)

The design and implementation of a large-scale, integrated, multi-disciplinary science program are presented based on the goal of relevancy. Broad aims are to present and explain some important concepts and principles in modern science and to show how science, technology, and society are related. (DF)

Recognizing the confines as well as the potentialities of the urban environment, science educators in some of the cities suggest various approaches to providing relevant, meaningful and challenging science programs for the urban youth. Programs in Omaha, Denver, Wilton, Oak Ridge, and Milwaukee are described. Bibliography. (LC)

The Iowa-Secondary Student Training Program at the University of Iowa for gifted students is designed to supplement the regular secondary school curriculum by providing exploration or in-depth investigation in a variety of science areas. Experiences offered include accelerated courses, research participation programs, field studies, and enrichment…

Discusses criteria used in selecting the 1982 Search for Excellence in Science Education (SESE) exemplary elementary science, inquiry, science/technology/science programs. Includes lists of winners in these three areas. (JN)

Discusses the rationale for and development of an industrial chemistry program in chemistry at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel. Includes an outline of the recommended 2-year curriculum and list of courses in this industrial chemistry option leading to a master of science degree. (Author/JN)

Although most educational programs for senior citizens emphasize arts and crafts, model science programs designed specifically for seniors, emphasizing geological science, have been developed at the University of Colorado (Colorado Springs). The programs have been well received and can be useful in integrating or mainstreaming seniors into the…