Describes the use of a programmable calculator for student experiments, grading of laboratory reports, and assigning accuracy and precision scores. (GS)

Traces the history of National Science Foundation curriculum implementation efforts. Outlines recommendations of the Moudy Committee for future development and implementation procedures. Man-a course of Study (MACOS) is given particular attention. Discusses the probable effects of the majority report. (GS)

Cites evidence that indicates if a lecturer pauses at least three times during a lecture for two minutes and has students compare notes, student retention of the lecture material will be increased. Explains another form of pausing called wait-time employed in discussion situations. (GS)

Presents the reinforcement theory of learning and explains how it relates to the Keller Plan of instruction. Advocates the use of the Keller Plan as an alternative to the lecture-demonstration system and provides an annotated bibliography of pertinent material. (GS)

Describes efforts by Central Washington State College to take courses and programs to the community thus negating the student on-campus residence requirement. Illustrates the effect of this effort by listing the enrollment figures for some science courses taught off campus. (GS)

Describes an instructional approach in which students submit topics of interest. The study of these topics begins with a student report followed by questions and discussion with the instructor developing the major concepts. (GS)

Describes a science seminar program designed for a small science department in a two-year college. Presents a list of topics covered. (GS)

Describes the Open University concept which is designed to provide regular college credit through a program of home study. Explains three science-related Open University courses and lists and describes the films and cassettes used. (GS)

Listed are a number of materials including a spectrophotometer, power meter, vacuum pump, fume hood, cart system, and others. The source of the product and a brief description are given for each. (RH)

Examines the antithesis of the intrinsic versus the instrumental value of schooling in a discussion of three factors: (1) the nature of the mind (2) the conditions under which technology reduces the dimensions of mind, and (3) the implications of these factors for the teaching of science. (GS)

Examines the assumption that students use a level of reasoning, when solving problems, that is substantially below their intellectual capacity. The study involved 466 college students enrolled in a general chemistry or a physical science course. The results include a comparison of science and non-science majors. (GS)

Presents a personal view of the practice of meditation with emphasis on its relation to science. Provides instructions for using the Harvard Meditation Technique. (Author/GS)

Describes a course that supplements the traditional lecture approach with some aspects of self-paced personalized instruction in the form of a complete video and audiocassette collection of course materials designed for independent study, remedial work, review, or enrichment according to the needs or desires of the student. (GS)

Describes an introductory geology laboratory course designed to keep the content and rigor of a traditional course while improving student self-esteem, attitude and achievement. (GS)