Presents an investigative sequence of experiments addressed to the topic of photosynthesis. (BR)

Homemade geostrips, "angle-fixers" (cardboard circular sectors) and brass fasteners can be used by students to explore properties of angles, triangles and other polygons. Several games and other activities are suggested. (SD)

The evolution of a medium scale, general purpose, multi-language, time sharing computer system at the Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is detailed. A strategy for the interfacing and control of laboratory devices is described with respect to several application environments; experimentation in the…

Describes construction of a pinhole camera with simple materials and five experiments to be conducted, as well as instructions in creating a working camera obscura. (BR)

Illustrates some important characteristics of photosynthesis, concentration dependencies of reaction rates, temperature effects, and effects of changes in actinic wavelength. (GS)

Although discussion is primarily aimed at pronunciation material for language laboratory use, the principles are, in most cases, equally applicable to pronunciation material, remedial or otherwise, for classroom use. Does not discuss the procedures of development nor the process of tape recording. (Author/MSE)

Declining use of the Michigan State University Language Laboratory is reported. The facilities of the laboratory, its physical appearance and location are described, and possibilities for improvement are mentioned. Possible alternative uses for the laboratory are suggested. (RM)

The need for extra-curricular activity to supplement Italian classroom learning is discussed. Five programs are described which focus on individual needs and active student participation. These include: tutorial work; language laboratory use; independent study; group activities, and work with the Italian community. (AM)

Describes a method (involving a Hach Colorimeter and simplified procedures) that can be used for the analysis of up to 56 different chemical constituents of water. Presents the results of student analysis of waters of Fulton and Montgomery counties in New York. (GS)

Wooden cubes can be used with task cards and teacher-made materials to develop and reinforce learning of linear measurement, area and multiplication, volume and surface area. Students can use cubes to cover area and fill boxes; later they learn to make boxes to fit specified numbers of cubes. (SD)

Gives a brief survey of the different versions of the air trough and related devices. Presents some of the applications of this equipment in the teaching of the concepts of inertia, acceleration, and velocity. (GS)

A practice laboratory for writing nursing care plans to be utilized by first-year nursing faculty members was developed. Six first-year instructors of the Long Beach City (California) College Associate Degree Nursing Program were the participating panel of experts. A thorough literature review was conducted to obtain guidelines for writing nursing…