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Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Summarizes a Royal Society report on the educational implications of the growth of biotechnology (application of biological organisms, systems, or processes to manufacturing and service industries). Eighteen recommendations are made including the inclusion of biotechnological content into science curricula. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, Chemical Engineering, College Science, Curriculum Development
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Guilbert, Godfray – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Describes modifications of a Nuffield experiment demonstrating oxygen transport by blood since the current experiment more often than not produces unsatisfactory results. Includes experimental modification, instructional strategy, assembly of equipment, and a brief discussion. (JN)
Descriptors: Biology, Laboratory Procedures, Science Activities, Science Education
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Fido, H. S .A.; Gayford, C. G. – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
A 1977-78 questionnaire/survey about biology field work was carried out among a random sample of secondary school biology needs in England and Wales. Results are compared to those from a 1961-62 survey. Issues addressed include opinions about field work, limiting problems, and amount of field work undertaken by teachers. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, Outdoor Activities, Science Activities, Science Education
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Jeffries, Peter – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Techniques for examining terrestrial and aquatic microorganisms using flattened glass capillaries are described. Capillaries can be left in natural or artificial environments for appropriate periods of time and removed for direct microscopic examination. Examples of organisms observed using the technique are given and suggestions made for wider…
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Culturing Techniques, Ecology
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Tamir, Pinchas; And Others – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Following a discussion of the role and importance of practical laboratory tests, describes an instrument designed for inquiry-oriented practical examinations. The instrument consists of 21 categories representing different inquiry skills. Examples and illustrative data based on results in biology matriculation examination in Israel are reported.…
Descriptors: Biology, Inquiry, Laboratory Procedures, Science Education
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Hoste, Roland – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Factor analysis was used to investigate constructs underlying performance in a biology examination supporting an hypothesis suggesting that the constructs were related to knowledge (rather than other levels of Bloom's taxonomy) of topics. Indicates that the method provides a means of identifying what examination items test. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, Science Education, Science Tests, Secondary Education
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Lazarowitz, Reuven – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
A science lesson (observing yeast) was taught demonstrating that when a guided inquiry instructional method is encountered there is a change from subjective to objective thinking. Describes steps in the lesson and analysis of pupils' responses and behavior. Suggests an instructional model to increase perceptive level of thinking in biology…
Descriptors: Biology, Concept Teaching, Educationally Disadvantaged, Elementary Education
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Simpon, Mary; Arnold, Brian – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
Application of a five-level developmental scheme to ascertain pupil attainment of four concepts considered to be prerequisite to an understanding of photosynthesis is described. Results indicate widespread deficiencies associated with these concepts. Implications for learning complex concepts in biology are considered. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Concept Teaching
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Blair, Hal S.; And Others – Journal of Biological Education, 1982
When chitin and chitosan were added to growing cultures of Chlorella containing various quantities of toxic metals (copper and mercury), it was found that the presence of these materials reduced the toxic effect of the metals. Background information, procedures, and results are provided for this experiment. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Higher Education, Metals
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Dawes, John A. – Journal of Biological Education, 1981
Describes the life cycle, reproduction, and various classroom uses of the Louisiana Red Swamp Crayfish. Includes advantages and disadvantages of two different culturing techniques. (JN)
Descriptors: Animals, Biology, College Science, Higher Education
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Downie, Roger; Maden, Regina – Journal of Biological Education, 1981
Surveys the attitudes toward teaching held by college biologists at one university. Reports that although keen interest in innovation is expressed, little is done about it. A major problem seems to be information flow, and simple ways of improving this are discussed. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Higher Education, Information Dissemination
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Wymer, P. E. O. – Journal of Biological Education, 1981
Describes a simple, inexpensive continuous culture apparatus (chemostat) and its applications in teaching biological concepts (growth-limiting factors and competition). Other suggested uses include experiments in enzyme induction, biosynthesis, and strain selection, and for student research projects. (JN)
Descriptors: Biology, Culturing Techniques, Microbiology, Science Activities
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Daley, Michael; Hillier, Douglas – Journal of Biological Education, 1981
Describes a computer program (available from authors) developed to simulate "Growth of a Population (Yeast) Experiment." Students actively revise the counting techniques with realistically simulated haemocytometer or eye-piece grid and are reminded of the necessary dilution technique. Program can be modified to introduce such variables…
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Programs, Higher Education
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Daley, Michael; And Others – Journal of Biological Education, 1981
Due to the expense of glass eye-piece grids and haemocytometers, suggests using a simple film grid (made from photographic film) in the same way as an eye-piece graticule is used. A diagram of the grid is provided as well as examples of its use. (JN)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Higher Education, Measurement Equipment
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Bennett, R.; Hamilton, M. – Journal of Biological Education, 1981
Describes sensory assessment techniques and conditions for their satisfactory performance, including how they can provide open-ended exercises and advantages as relatively inexpensive and simple methods of teaching experimentation. Experiments described focus on diffusion of salt into potatoes after being cooked in boiled salted water. (Author/JN)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Higher Education, Home Economics