Reports findings of elementary and secondary science teacher surveys on science education research preferences. Top priorities were given to topics specifically related to the teaching process (such as emotional techniques, laboratory experiences, and science content). Tables and graphs contain summarized data for sixth-grade, junior, and senior…

The results of a survey which sought to determine the science education research needs of elementary teachers are discussed in this report. The survey was intended to provide science education researchers with information on what research areas might be of greatest interest to elementary teachers. The sample consisted of 553 elementary teachers in…

Summarizes the results of a summary of elementary teachers' science education research interests. Identifies hands-on experience, science content of the curriculum, and cognitive development and learning styles as the greatest items of interest. Provides data and an analysis of the least preferred topics and invites teacher participation in…

A survey was conducted to determine the needs of elementary teachers with respect to the teaching of science. Areas addressed in the survey included: biological, physical, and earth science topics taught at various grade levels; criteria used to select sequencing and content of the science curriculum; most common methods of instruction used in the…