Reported is a study to ascertain the status of science education and to identify ways in which the educational department of the synod could aid in the development of these science programs. There were 47 schools in the study enrolling 7,809 students. Questionnaires were used to gather data from teachers of sciences, grades three through eight, as…

This book was prepared for elementary and secondary school teachers and administrators to help them in implementing nongradedness. It provides specific models, guidelines, suggestions, and references which could be of practical assistance. The first chapter deals with the problems which teachers face in preparing to implement continuous progress…

A total of 85 intergovernmental science programs sponsored by the National Science Foundation between 1969 and 1972 is listed in this report issued in April, 1972. Included in the entries are the titles, grant numbers, National Technical Information Service (NTIS) accession numbers, and the names of states, principal investigators, and…

A study is being conducted to evaluate and revise an innovative science program which was field tested in three schools representative of urban, rural, and suburban populations. The objectives of the study are to assess the program's actual performance of its stated objectives and to inform the program developer of inherent strengths and…

The Quinault Summer Education Camp in Taholah, Washington, offered 6 weekly sessions (extending from July 14, 1970 to August 21, 1970) to Indian children ranging from preschool age to the 12th-grade level. The program, designed to fit the needs of the Quinault children, emphasized a "process" approach to reading, science, and arts and…

The 32 academic year study programs for 1972-73 sponsored by the National Science Foundation are described in this directory. Institutes are provided for secondary school teachers and supervisors of science, mathematics, and social science at colleges and universities throughout the United States. Information on eligibility, requirements, stipends…

Over 200 academic year institutes for 1971-72 are described in this directory. The institutes, sponsored by the National Science Foundation at colleges and universities throughout the United States, are intended for secondary school teachers and supervisors of science, mathematics and social science. Information on eligibility, requirements,…

Describes the Health and Growth Program for grades K-8 published by Scott, Foresman and Company. (EB)

Describes a traveling science program presented to the public in three national parks. Various teaching methods were used to present materials on energy, pollution, manufacturing, and medicine. (MLH)

Points out that man and his institutions must be far-sighted and make sacrifices now to benefit future species and to preserve the environment. (LS)

Reviews current efforts being undertaken to attract handicapped people into science careers. (SL)

Reviews exemplary examples of science programs and curricula. Cites and describes programs identified as noteworthy in: "The Search for Excellence in Science Education"; "National Diffusion Network"; "National Science Resources Center"; and "National Science Foundation." (ML)

The University of Alabama Summer Physics Teachers Institute is a cooperative program of the university's College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences for noncertified physics teachers. The program features observation of master teachers, seminars with visiting scholars, follow-up evaluation by participants, state funding, and recognition…