Offers a selected bibliography pertaining to black holes with the following categories: introductory books; introductory articles; somewhat more advanced articles; readings about Einstein's general theory of relativity; books on the death of stars; articles on the death of stars; specific articles about Supernova 1987A; relevant science fiction…

Describes the origin of the science of cosmology and the competing theories to explain the beginning of the universe. The big bang theory for the creation of the universe is contrasted with the steady state theory. The author details discoveries that led to the demise of the steady state theory. (PR)

The link between science and society is examined by studying the application of evolution theories and genetics to human affairs. Described are the ways in which biological theories have been applied to social issues. (KR)

Discusses the authors thoughts after reading Darwin's "The Origin of Species" and Huxley's "Darwiniana"--a collection of writings on evolution and Darwin. Also discusses theories of evolution. (PR)

Describes the integration of topics dealing with "bad science"--pseudo, pathological, or deviant science--into introductory undergraduate courses in general and analytical chemistry, and provides extensive references for the chemistry instructor interested in these topics. The approach is to incorporate specific cases that address…

Discusses the history of engineering education and engineering as a profession in Finland. Assesses the role of formally trained engineers in past and present Finnish industry. (Author/CCM)

Presents a collection of curious findings from one of the first textbooks studied, a 1958 edition of a fairly popular text. Concludes that the book presents a chance for teachers to enrich their physics classes. (CCM)

Develops a perspective based on the history and philosophy of science considerations (rational reconstruction) in order to understand the postulation of the covalent bond by Lewis. Formulates four criteria based on the perspective and evaluates of 27 textbooks based on the four criteria. Shows that most textbooks lacked a history and philosophy of…

Identifies possible sources of the complaint that the study of the history or philosophy of science could be of no value to scientists. Proposes a remedy for scientists and science teachers by way of a new principle that seeks to demarcate those elements of the history and philosophy of science that are of the greatest use to them. (SAH)

Explains from fundamentals how the periodic table became the way it is and in doing so, touches on quantum theory and the important concept of symmetry. (SAH)

Discusses the discovery of radioactivity by Henri Becquerel in 1896. Describes his experiments and communications. (JRH)

Describes the major contributions to optics of Ibn al-Haytham, prolific Arab scientist. Recent partial translation of his "Book of Optics" enables an accounting of his work and provides the opportunity to connect this historical personage and his contributions to the current debates on multicultural science teaching. Contains 18 references. (DDR)

Explores the paradox of irrationality in a scientific age. Discusses three issues that contribute to the problem of science education. Science classes are primarily aimed at teaching students technical skills, and science is taught with little or no social context. Concludes that science education emphasizes elite behavior over concepts of common…

Uses several replicas of experimental set-ups that were originally used in electrostatic research in teaching electrostatics through history on secondary school level. Makes visible the change of the style of electrostatic experimentation that took place at the end of the 18th century. (Contains 25 references.) (ASK)

Uses excerpts from writings of great scientists and philosophers as handouts to supplement text and lectures on environmental science for nonscience majors requiring a laboratory course. (Author/YDS)