Presents views on the integration of indigenous science into science teaching and discusses the rationale of this act. (Contains 21 references.) (Author/YDS)

Advocates discussing human biological variation and race in science curricula. Explains how biologists use the term "race" and what that implies. (YDS)

Investigates outcomes of the systematic identification of the broad and complex factors influencing primary science program delivery at the classroom and school level. Uses the Science Curriculum Implementation Questionnaire (SCIQ) and identifies strategies for the improvement of science curriculum delivery. (Author/YDS)

Discusses the objectives of the science curriculum and the teacher's responsibility of passing through not only the required material, but also skills. Suggests that in order to improve teaching and learning skills, new strategies, such as teaching and learning through research must be utilized. Presents four examples of teaching and learning…

In documenting educational reforms in the science curriculum of developing countries, a number of tensions become apparent as a result of struggles to preserve local values while incorporating global trends. Describes and analyzes these tensions and paradoxes and discusses the intersections of cultural, economic, administrative, and educational…

Describes Irish secondary science and discusses the management of science in schools. Identifies two key features of Irish school science, the collegiate nature of science departments and the difficulties in carrying out practical work. (MM)

Discusses the need for university curricula to provide students with an understanding of the environment. Seeks to gain an understanding of the status of sustainability education in Australian institutions. Reports that there are clear barriers to the introduction and expansion of sustainability education. (Contains 32 references.) (Author/YDS)

This article describes the content of a high school forensic science course. Discusses the definition of forensic science; how the course was started; the course strategy; invited speakers' and the use of mock crime scenes. Provides a sample outline of seven forensic science units. (LZ)

Suggests two methods for measuring the specific latent heat of ice fusion for high school physics laboratories. The first method is an ice calorimeter which is made from simple materials. The second method improves the thermal contact and allows for a more accurate measurement. Lists instructions for both methods. (Author/YDS)

Defines the vibrations of a tuning fork against a computer monitor screen as a pattern that can illustrate or explain physical concepts like wave vibrations, wave forms, and phase differences. Presents background information and demonstrates the experiment. (Author/YDS)

Describes a comparative study of science curriculum differentiation between two elementary schools that served students from different socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Results indicate that the science curriculum was quite different between schools. (Author/SAH)

Examines the core courses of undergraduate biology programs in light of the changing structure of biology. Recommends a core curriculum and explains the reasons for these suggestions. (Contains 15 references.) (YDS)

Describes the consequences of changing the sixth-form physics syllabus for ages 17-18 in Hong Kong in the last 20 years. Considers further changes necessary to attract more students to physics. Appendix includes contents of physics syllabuses in 1978 and 1996. (Author/MKR)

Ascertains what people notice in the environment during hikes and whether this could influence environmental education. Identifies four themes: (1) the natural and physical environment; (2) trail aspects; (3) each hiker's physical and psychological preparedness and cognitive development; and (4) social aspects. (DDR)

Points out the importance of effective health education to fight against tuberculosis (TB) which is the number one fatal infectious disease around the world. Describes a science curriculum on tuberculosis that includes information on the facts about tuberculosis, a forum on tuberculosis, and evaluation. (Contains 17 references.) (YDS)