Describes the GTECH project that prepared school teams of science, mathematics, and technology teachers and an administrator to set goals for their local schools regarding the implementation of electronic technology and integration of content across curricular areas. GTECH teachers reported that their students expanded their knowledge and skills…

The goal of this study was to gain input from practicing high school biology teachers to use in improving high school biology teacher training. Data from the survey are reported and analyzed. (MP)

Investigates the relationships between the attitudes and behaviors of Blacks with respect to the scientific enterprise and perceptions derived from their unique experience as Black Americans. The construction and validation of an instrument for this purpose is provided. (CP)

Defies the assumption that laboratory teaching skills are gained by preservice secondary science education majors through their undergraduate science programs, and presents expertise areas which every teacher should possess. Outlines activities for each skill which can become part of a methods course under the direction of science educators. (DH)

Results of a study to determine the status of environmental education in Kansas public schools is presented. The investigation points out the need for a statewide coordination effort, by pointing out the disparity between rural and metropolitan programs. (MP)

Two questions are addressed: (1) What is Competency-Based Education (CBE); and (2) What are some persistent questions which need solutions in CBE? CBE is seen to be a unique and powerful vehicle which teachers can use to deliver instruction according to a student's needs. (MP)

Discusses the need to determine the extent to which NSF-supported curriculum materials have been implemented. Reviews the Concerns Based Adoption Model and describes how science educators might use this model to understand and manage curriculum implementation processes. (DS)

The goal was to gain information concerning the appropriateness of each of 70 selected laboratory teaching competencies for inclusion in science teacher education programs and the extent to which students had developed such competencies. Approximately 85 percent of the competency items were viewed as appropriate for beginning science teachers. (MP)

Summarizes the results from a questionnaire developed to reflect both local concerns and those of national studies in elementary science education in Kansas. The questionnaire included items concerning methods of science instruction, class time spent on science, teacher preparation, approach to metric system, science textual material, and…

Reports a survey of secondary school science teachers to determine instructional practices related to the inclusion of achievements of Black scientists in science courses. Data indicate that they are overlooked by science teachers in regions where Blacks are most concentrated. (Author/SA)

The purpose of this study was to determine the concerns of Texas science teachers about the 40 percent laboratory time rule just prior to enforcement and at the end of its first year of implementation. The methodology, results of the first and second years, conclusions, and implications for teaching science are discussed. (KR)