Presents some suggestions on how to cope with problems of insufficient equipment and how to teach chemistry even without sophisticated lab equipment. (Author/MKR)

While other lab exercises allow the student to isolate and study one component of the cell, the purpose of this lab is to break down the cell into several components and perform simultaneous assays to determine the constituents. Centrifugation is used as a separation technique. Provides procedure and expected results. (LZ)

The importance of targeting certain stages in the life cycle of the virus for antiviral therapy is discussed with reference to the Human Immunodeficiency Virus type 1. Research conducted on a core antigen, p24, is described. (MSE)

Suggestions are offered for planning a local area network (LAN) for language labs. Questions to ask, consultant selection, and LAN management are discussed. (two references) (LB)

Describes the "natural language lab" that was responsible for the author's learning English and other languages. States that the lab provided the experience of real and meaningful interactions with native speakers of the language, which is crucially needed for successful second-language acquisition. (PRA)

Explains why laboratory strains of bakers yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, are particularly suited for classroom science activities. Describes the sexual life cycle of yeast and the genetic system with visible mutations. Presents an overview of activities that can be done with yeast and gives a source for teachers to obtain more information. (PR)

Argues that writing centers have the essential function of critiquing institutions and creating knowledge about writing. Explains how this function has clear implications for what tutors should know and how they should be trained. Enlists Antonio Gramsci's theory of culture to analyze traditional composition teaching and research. (HB)

Describes how graffiti is a useful analogy providing a fresh source of power for reimagining the function and purpose of writing centers. Explains the necessity of defining writing centers as a subculture. Identifies a distinct writing center discursive style that mediates between official classroom pedagogy and unofficial writing center praxis.…

Describes the construction of a simple micro well colorimeter, some examples of its use, and its value in a high school or undergraduate chemistry curriculum. (ZWH)

A study investigated the quantity of alloy lost in the fabrication of three types of cast restoration by dental students, and identified the proportion of loss at each of the four principal stages of the fabrication process. Suggestions for reducing metal loss and related costs in dental schools are offered. (MSE)

Issues management in college public relations involves identifying issues and trends early, debating alternative responses, deciding on the best approach, and designing and carrying out an action plan. Experience at the University of Minnesota with the issue of animal rights has shown the method can be very useful. (MSE)

A compilation and review of essential information for the language lab director includes recommended books, electronic lists and newsgroups, professional organizations, and management humor. (four references) (CNP)

Presents a concise review of the relevant literature on small laboratory groups and their supposed contribution to moral growth; consideration of the cognitive-developmental approach to relationships between moral thought and moral action; and a description of the questions, instruments, and procedures that provided the framework for the reported…

Discusses the history of the writing center at the California University of Pennsylvania. Concludes that writing centers are subject to the same social and political forces that affect all educational issues and decisions. Argues that writing centers must prepare to live politically if they are to continue to grow as progressive resources within…

As of August 14, 1991, the Agriculture Department will require institutions to have written plans for providing exercise for laboratory dogs and for improving the psychological well-being of nonhuman primates. The plans will dictate the way universities approach animal research. However, the costs and requirements of universities are still…