Sample plans for vocational office education programs are given. (MU)

Describes major programs carried out by the National Bureau of Standards to solve problems relating to energy resources, technological innovation, public health protection and unit standardization. (CC)

This is a position paper on the place of training in group process and participation in groups as part of teacher education. (Editor/RK)

Two percent agar gel is reported as a better medium for germination and growth studies. Students can be encouraged to undertake many simple experiments and make precise observations by using this medium. (PS)

Several ideas are proposed for chemistry teachers to try in their classrooms. Subjects included are polymerization of acrylate, polymerization of styrene, conductivity, pollution, preparation of chlorine, redox equations, chemiluminescence, and molecular sieves. (PS)

Ideas are proposed for physics teachers to use in their classrooms. Subjects include: alpha particles, spectrometer experiments, refractive index of glass, measurement of surface tension, projectile motion, and radiant heat. (PS)

Describes eighteen ways in which balloons may be used as a teaching tool in demonstrations and discovery exercises in science. (JR)

Outlines a laboratory course entitled Inorganic Chemistry for Biological Sciences'' which is designed primarily for juniors in biochemistry, physiology, and soil sciences. Inclusion of relevant environmental topics is indicated. (CC)

Describes a technique for comparing the number of bacteria in various soil samples. The equipment and materials are readily available, and the technique is suitable for high school students. (JR)

Summarizes the thermodynamics of macromolecular systems, including theories and experiments of cyclic energy conversion with rubber and collagen as working substances. Indicates that an early introduction into the concept of chemical potential and solution thermodynamics is made possible through the study of the cyclic processes. (CC)