Discusses some of the findings of the assessment conducted by the National Assessment of Educational Progress, from 1976 to 1977, concerning science achievement. (HM) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Overview).

Interviews and classroom observations were used to evaluate the Solutions unit of the MATAL Elementary Science Curriculum Project. Both techniques were found to contribute insightful information about the reasoning strategies and learning difficulties of the students. (BW)

Factors influencing academic achievement in a school or school system were examined, using data from studies of mathematics and science achievement of high school and college bound students in Australia. Two curricular factors, opportunity to learn and time spent in learning, were related to achievement. (GDC)

Effects of instruction with Foundational Approach in Science Teaching (FAST) environmental science materials on Hawaiian high school students included increased interest in studying science and higher achievement in high school biology. On the whole the FAST program has had positive effects on students regarding achievement, interest, and…

Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of incorporating field projects into secondary level earth science courses. (SL)

Reviews requirements in developing crustal evolution modules suitable as supplementary classroom materials in grades 8-10 by the Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP). (SL)

Reproduces the Crustal Evolution Education Project (CEEP) instructional module dealing with concepts of magnetic polarity and polarity reversal. Included are materials needed, teacher guides, procedures, and objectives for three activities. (SL)

Describes a computer program which enables students to carry out a simulated three stage mineral exploration program. (SL)

Reports results of a study attempting to ascertain the effectiveness of 30 hours of environmental education instruction on teachers' attitude towards teaching environmental education at the elementary and middle school levels. (SL)

Pinpoints the kinds of problems that must be dealt with in attempting to eliminate sexism from educational materials in chemistry at the secondary level--problems of language, illustrations, and content. (Author/RK)

Discusses the growing field of cosmetic science as a career option for chemistry majors. Outlines the design, formulation, manufacture, stabilization, evaluation, control management, safety, mechanism of action, and claim substantiation of cosmetic products. Provides information on the concerns and professional responsibilities of the cosmetic…

Offers perspectives on the future of chemical engineering. Addresses concerns related to changes in the engineering industry, the role of chemical engineers, and changes in the education of engineers. Includes recommendations for curricular change. (ML)

Proposes that an undergraduate core curriculum minimizes science and does not provide students with an adequate background for understanding contemporary science and technology. Critiques Harvard's science requirements in that it does not reflect the vertical or intensive nature of learning that is essential in science education. (ML)

Outlines the various activities students are involved in on Physics Students' Day at an amusement park and the mechanics of organizing this type of an event. Includes a real problem and the list of resource material. Suggests resource material for use with amusement park physics. (YP)

Gives an overview of high school physics education in Japan. Discusses the history, curricular objectives, textbooks, and the entrance examination. Discusses several research groups and individuals and their activities. (YP)