Describes the conduct of a traveling science program in six state parks in the midwest from June to July, 1972. Indicates that the program which emphasizes interactions of science and technology with society is received favorably by many people. (CC)

Inadequacies of the traditional curriculum involving laboratory exercises are reviewed; general features of an integrated laboratory program are described. (DT)

A new approach to a research-oriented general chemistry laboratory is described. Objectives for the laboratory program are specified, details are provided concerning the program design, and the results of an experiment to evaluate the program are reported. (DT)

The use of programmable calculators for the simulation of experiments is discussed and five examples of specific applications are provided. (DT)

An experiment based on the premise that frequent testing should motivate students to repetitive and intensive study habits and, consequently, to perform better, is reported. Two groups of first-year chemistry students participated; results showed the group having frequent tests throughout the course performed significantly higher on the final…

A questionnaire concerning the proposed format of the new ACS Physical Chemistry examination was sent to approximately 1,500 four-year institutions in the United States. The results of this questionnaire and their application to the design and construction of the exams published in the 1972-73 academic year are presented. (DT)

Brief descriptions are given of 12 suggested short courses aimed at helping non-science majors attain a broader understanding of chemistry applied to social needs. (DT)

A study comparing two 40-student sections of general organic chemistry, one taught using the Keller Plan format and the other using a standard lecture method, is reported. Results of a student attitude survey showed students in the Keller Plan had a more positive attitude toward the course. (DT)