Outlines the nature of Advanced Placement (AP) programs in science, and their value in the high school curriculum. Discusses the structure of AP examinations, the major considerations in establishing an AP program, and the advantages intrinsic in such a program. (JR)

Using the Topic of electromagnets as an example, describes how science teachers can benefit from the work of Hilda Taba and her co-workers in the area of instructional design and in classroom techniques for developing concepts. (JR)

Expresses the importance of the experience of the learner in environmental education. Advocates that aesthetic values should be stressed and not simply content. (JR)

Reports the results of surveys of teacher education institutions and state departments of education designed to ascertain trends in environmental education. Results are somewhat inconclusive, however, there appears to be a trend toward more colleges offering courses in environmental science and toward better financing of environmental education…

Provides background information for teachers on the nature and role of sulfur in the biological and physical environments. Problems of sulfur in the air and in rain water are also considered. (JN)

Discusses a model that allows teachers to provide content and instructional strategies that are appropriate to students' stages of both mental and moral development. The model (called the Three Step Approach) is based on Lawrence Kolberg's theory and provides opportunities for students to actively explore value-laden issues. (JN)

Describes electricity experiments which can be used for such purposes as determining the magnetic field of a magnet, making an electromagnet, and showing the repulsion of like poles of a magnet. Includes list of materials needed, procedures used, and instructional strategies. (JN)

National Science Teachers Association Research Committee surveyed high school teachers on their research interests and what they consider as research priorities. Results (based on 370 questionnaires returned out of 600 mailed--a 62 percent response rate) are reported and discussed. Lowest ranked interests include sex differences related to…

Suggests humanizing physics classes by incorporating class-wide, local, or national contests. Several examples of this approach are offered and discussed. (JN)