Surveys of chemistry concepts taught in (n=51) schools identified 132 concepts and the relative importance placed on each concept in the science program. Contains survey results for each concept. (Author/MKR)

Argues that the relationship between science and technology is complex and that technology is not simply applied science. The premise of the argument is that technology can also be considered a necessary precursor to scientific knowledge. Contains 24 references. (DDR)

Suggests that innovations in both the content and methodologies of science teaching are needed. Examines how human scientific understanding throughout history leads to an explanation of how individual scientific knowledge is constructed. Contains 19 references. (DDR)

Describes and illustrates with pictures a process for making fossil molds using latex solution. Also employs gauze, plaster of Paris, and coloring compounds. (DDR)

Provides details of a project designed to produce one-minute films that paint a favorable picture of the applications of science being taught at a local primary or secondary school. Goals include increasing student interest. (DDR)

Presents eight chemistry activities that are interesting and involve simple, easily available materials. Topics include mystery writing, valentine hearts, flame tests, evaporation race, buoyancy versus mass, determination of relative masses of gases, mole sample container, and cold and hot packs. (DDR)

Provides an account of a teacher's attempts to adopt a constructivist approach to lesson planning. Includes a detailed lesson plan for enabling students to accurately characterize living things. (DDR)

Provides an historical chronology of events related to understanding the photoelectric effect. Focuses on the early history, the mystery of the photoelectric effect, the contributions of Albert Einstein and Robert Millikan to the field, and hands-on activities that demonstrate the phenomenon to students. (DDR)

Argues that current testing of student understanding provides insufficient information to a researcher investigating strategies for changing students' explanatory ideas. Outlines a new test based on recent work in child development. (DDR)

Describes a study in which secondary students (N=32) were interviewed to determine their understanding of the nature of scientific knowledge. Presents some of the strengths and weaknesses of these views and provides cross-cultural comparisons. (DDR)

Addresses the following questions about the Goals 2000 objectives for improving science education: What do we mean by science? What is achievement in science and how do we measure it? What is meant by strengthening science in schools? and What constitutes a substantive background? (MKR)

Presents a hands-on primary science unit of activities designed to teach students concepts about bananas. Real bananas are used as students investigate and use the process skills of observation, measurement, and communication. Using bananas as a theme, science, mathematics, social studies, music, and writing are integrated into the curriculum of…

Presents activities to stimulate student interest in nature. Includes activity ideas to learn about birds, astronomy, weather, wildlife, and water resources. Also contains contact information for four agencies that provide additional activities. (MKR)

Addresses lightning awareness. Includes student project ideas and an approach for lightning safety. (MKR)