Examines a classification system that offers a framework for discussing and choosing questions regarding curricular organization, classroom environment, and teaching and learning strategies. (Contains 21 references.) (DDR)

Outlines a long-term, interdisciplinary, inquiry-based project for elementary education preservice teachers. Focuses on the ecosystems of a farm before its impending development. (Contains 17 references.) (DDR)

Reports the outcomes of a mentoring program for students in an introductory anatomy and physiology course. Exam scores and retention in the course improved as a result of the program. (Contains 17 references.) (DDR)

Discusses the workload of mathematics and science faculty in predominately undergraduate institutions and the impediments to their research activities. Provides data by discipline. (Contains 26 references.) (DDR)

Recommends the use of role-playing as an effective summative activity that aids student learning and integrates science information and concepts. Describes the use of a role-play activity related to Senate hearings. (DDR)

Presents a set of practical and philosophical guidelines for experienced and novice educators to use in crafting a statement of teaching philosophy. Delineates a definition, the elements, and the structure of a statement of teaching philosophy. (DDR)

Examines a capstone class at Virginia Tech that focuses on the role science and scientists play in the process of natural resource management. Connects such curricula with the development of scientific literacy. (Contains 36 references.) (DDR)

Reports how students use raw data to create a number of narratives integrating group observations in the laboratory with individual responses to humanities readings. (Contains 21 references.) (DDR)

Details the use of weekly reports, a structured journal form of formative assessment that allows instructors to receive information from students and alter their instruction based on student needs. (Contains 18 references.) (DDR)

Presents a materials list and recommended procedures for demonstrating a thermal fountain. Discusses the chemistry involved in the reaction. (DDR)

Presents a story on an investigation of the painter of an artwork (who is suspected to be Cezanne) that uses UV spectroscopy, IR spectrum, X-ray fluorescence, and luminescence images. Leaves the story open-ended as to whether the painting is authentic. Includes teaching notes and suggestions for classroom management. (YDS)

Presents a real life shark attack story and studies arm reattachment surgery to teach human anatomy. Discusses how knowledge of anatomy can be put to use in the real world and how the arm functions. Includes teaching notes and suggestions for classroom management. (YDS)

Presents the real life story of Molly, who was born with a rare genetic disorder, and her parents' hope to cure her by having another child with specific genetic markers and using his/her stem cells to cure Molly. Addresses the ethical issues of genetic manipulation and fertility treatment. Includes teaching notes and classroom management…

Presents a case study on sustainability using the concept "Ecological Footprint" to focus on the Biosphere II experiment. Discusses the increasing rate of population growth and Earth's capability of sustaining humans with its limited natural resources, material consumption, and pollution and how to measure sustainability. Includes teaching notes…

Introduces a chemistry unit, the "Evolving Atom", based on a problem-based learning approach designed for non-science majors. Uses the case method to address memory loss in mice during instruction. (Contains 14 references.) (YDS)