This is a guide to using Maple in teaching fundamental calculus of one, two and three variables (limits, derivatives, integrals, etc.), also suitable for Maple beginners. It outlines one of the ways to effective use of computers in the teaching process. It scans advantages and disadvantages of using Maple in relation to students and teacher. The…

Elaborates on the previous article by highlighting the need to find ways to encourage young people to take up science careers. Presents some guidelines for selling science to girls and includes personal profiles of real scientists to humanize them to students. (NB)

Outlines the developments and outcomes of the National Association for Special Educational Needs (NASEN). Highlights the collaborative relationship with the Association for Science Education (ASE) and developments in networking and communicating. (DDR)

Describes the Key Stage 3 Strategy and its four main principles-- expectations, progression, engagement, and transformation. Includes an example of a high school science booster program. (DDR)

Reports on four action research studies that had impact on classroom practices. Topics include student self-assessment and problem solving. (DDR)

Summarizes a level in the science education curriculum and identifies some goals to be reached. Examines the scope for future development and speculates on possible obstacles in reaching those goals. (DDR)

Proposes that one way of smoothing the move from primary to secondary science is for year 6 students in primary school to begin work that is continued in secondary school. (DDR)

Introduces a CD-ROM that provides support for inclusive science and special education. Provides a full-scale investigation, resources for lessons, and management strategies for special needs students in science, and includes the themes of coastline protection, micro-scale chemistry, torches and color, fast plants, and flashcards software. (YDS)

Describes safety procedures in science instruction when teaching children with special educational needs. (YDS)

Presents two projects in which students investigate (1) what things affect how far someone can throw a tennis ball?, and (2) is your mobile phone frying your brain? (YDS)

Introduces a five-part program involving industry and technology cooperation in science education, including the curriculum-focused multi-site tour, general tours, teacher tours, and open days. (YDS)

Introduces a science days project run by the University of the West of England. Reports on student and teacher experiences. (YDS)

Explains the results of research on formative assessment which focuses on improving student learning. Presents a model for a targeted learning model and lists the components of the model. (YDS)

Introduces the Education for Sustainable Development project which is about learning the need to maintain and improve the quality of life for generations to come and focuses on environmental education. Discusses ways of using information and communications technology to study the environment. (ASK)

Presents the Researchers in Residence Bioscience scheme where bioscience and earth science Ph.D. students carry out a four-day placement in a high school to present scientific investigations to students. (YDS)