Speculates on the negative effects on children while focusing on saving the environment. Proposes that children have been frightened by the presentation of this information and suggests acceptable ways of integrating environmental education topics into the curriculum. (DDR)

Presents two video project ideas for use with middle and secondary students. Focuses on cell biology and environmental issues. Provides the rubric used for the project evaluation. (DDR)

Reports on the realization that science is boring to large numbers of students. Focuses on work with making science more interesting. (DDR)

Teachers need to assist students in understanding what they read in science textbooks. Presents effective reading as a basis for good problem solving skills. (DDR)

Explains how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) influences geography curricula and how project-based learning can be applied to GIS experiences. Introduces a project investigating non-geography college students' design and implementation of a environmental GIS application. (Contains 16 references.) (YDS)

Introduces five approaches--problem solving/problem based learning, authentic assessment, writing and communication skills, peer and self evaluation, and fostering curiosity. Suggests that these approaches bring critical thinking to the learning process. (Contains 15 references.) (YDS)

Introduces the Inquiry Learning Forum (ILF), a web-based forum targeting Indiana preservice and inservice teachers for the support of developing a better understanding of inquiry-based science and mathematics teaching. (YDS)

Analyzes earth science content emphasis as related to the National Science Education Standards. Surveys the amount of time that teachers spend teaching the earth science topics named in the Standards. (CCM)

Presents advice for preparing a portfolio to document science teaching performance. Includes lesson plans for a teacher education portfolio assignment and a description of useful portfolio components. (WRM)

Describes ways to teach science using music. Features activities examining the nature of waves, reflection, frequency, and wavelength. (SAH)

Describes a regional science fair in Indiana. Presents guidelines for organization and registration, rules and regulations, display and presentation, science fair advancement opportunities, and other competitions. (SAH)

Explores high school biology and the teaching of genetics. The question is asked, Can the use of relevant, meaningful human genetics concepts diminish the number of misconceptions formed between new and existing concepts? Can the application of the Ausubelian learning theory also decrease the acquisition of misconceptions? (SAH)

Explores the goal of cooperative learning to allow students to be more actively involved in the classroom. Cooperative learning is investigated from three angles: positive interdependence, individual accountability, and knowledgeable and skillful teachers. (SAH)

Provides several recommendations that focus on improving student writing and improving the relationship between the writing science student and the science teacher. (Author/CCM)

Describes a day of celebration to increase the awareness of past and present women scientists and mathematicians from all cultures, and to encourage young women to continue to study science and mathematics in high school and college. (CCM)