This is the fourth in a series of articles introducing the recently initiated Activities Integrating Math and Science (AIMS) program for the development of a pattern-based mathematics/science curriculum. Discusses proportional relationships, proportional reasoning at the manipulative level, proportional reasoning expressed as written language,…

Proposes that a successful school science curriculum is one which engages rather than coerces pupils and which caters to both prospective scientists and informed citizens. Argues that to produce such a curriculum, it is essential that teachers and pupils are fully involved in the revision process. Contains 10 references. (JRH)

Reports on the use of a technique that involves students in researching the hazardous properties of chemicals they are about to use. Students include this information in their lab reports focusing on product and company identification and hazards identification. (DDR)

Explains a proposal for society to be the driver for scientific literacy and the need to understand the roots of persistent difficulty in incorporating useful knowledge into the secondary school curriculum. Discusses changes taking place in the economy, the idea of enlisting industry as an ally to legitimate alternative forms of knowledge, and…

Introduces the Techniques in Chemistry I course taught in the Furman University Department of Chemistry which focuses on organic and inorganic chemistry. Uses a problem solving approach and active learning. (Contains 17 references.) (YDS)

Describes a new curriculum for the final two years of a B.S. program in physics. Defines junior progress from a descriptive, lower-division understanding to an advanced analysis of a topic by phenomenon rather than discipline. (Contains 17 references.) (Author/YDS)

Describes a project on labwork at upper secondary and undergraduate levels that was launched in 1996 and funded by the European Commission. Presents new research questions focusing on three objectives: (1) conceptual; (2) epistemological; and (3) procedural. (Contains 28 references.) (Author/YDS)

Examines the effect of teaching science ethical issues relevant to the idle school science curriculum. Concludes that teaching ethical issues in science had a positive influence on student attitudes toward science and fostered a positive impression of science education. (Author/YDS)

Discussed are changes made in the physics curriculum of the Danish Gymnasium. Presents a table showing the curriculum for science and language tracks. Describes five dimensions of physics and intermediate and high level courses. (YP)

The essentials of an Italian degree in Management Engineering are described. Aspects such as engineers versus managers, educational curriculum and envisaged development of the course are discussed. (Author/YP)

Describes benefits and sacrifices of an accreditation program to a department. Discusses some negative effects of accreditation on chemical engineering curricula and what might be done to make improvements. (YP)

Described is the biography of Paul DeHart Hurd as a science educator. Included are anecdotes from his high school story, through studying and teaching experiences, through professional careers, to present activities. Appended is his bibliography of publications, monographs, books, and papers. (YP)

Describes the development, implementation, successes, and challenges of a required general education course formally entitled "Environment, Technology, and Society." (JRH)

Discusses the effect that Botswana's relatively strong economy has had on its growth and development as well as the obstacles that stand in the way of progress. Four critical issues are identified: (1) education system; (2) teacher education; (3) conditions of teaching and learning science; and (4) science curriculum. (ZWH)

Discusses the concept of multicultural education and argues that the curriculum must reflect the cultural diversity of the school's population and must treat as worthwhile the contributions of all groups to the American society. Presents examples of current policies and opinion on multicultural education. (JRH)