Reports data on 135 students completing the first year of the Nebraska Physical Science Project (NPSP). Those students who were most successful in this integrated and individualized course perceived themselve(PB)

Summarizes findings of 24 studies in which attempts were made to correlate achievement in college chemistry to many variables. A list of the most promising factors is provided. However, the author found no conclusive predictors in reviewing the research. (CP)

This article brings together the principles of designing Likert attitude scales and demonstrates the procedure through the development of a chemistry attitude scale. Design procedures and validity and reliability of the scale are each discussed, with a data summary for the 20-item chemistry scale. (MNS)

Reports the results of a study designed to determine the nature of research-oriented statements of objectives for the teaching of secondary school chemistry as found in selected professional periodicals of the 1918-1972 period. (Author/JR)

Describes an attempt by chemistry teachers in an inner city high school to improve poor student achievement by concentrating on basic mathematic skills needed for chemistry calculation success. Test results indicated an improvement on questions requiring basic mathematics skills, but diminishing success in items relating to chemistry concepts and…

A study to investigate one of the mechanisms teachers may use to convince themselves incorrectly that students have learned science concepts requiring formal operational ability is presented. The investigation indicates instructors may actually teach and test for memorization of algorithms rather than understanding. (MP)