The author describes a secondary level course in which students make their own audiovisual productions to illustrate social studies issues. (DE)

An inexpensive, creative learning environment is described. Supplies, method of assembly, experiences to be encountered in its use and additional value for its use are described. (EB)

Describes ways that orbiting satellites carrying amateur radios can be used in the classroom at various grade levels to supplement physics, mathematics, electronics, and social science curricula. (MLH)

Advocates the use of elementary science materials in teaching three-dimensional geology concepts. Elementary science materials from six sources are analyzed for uses in geological considerations. (CP)

Describes three dialog programs which have been used in introductory astronomy classes. The magnitude system, Kepler's third law, and the scientific method are the program topics. (CP)

Explains an error analysis procedure using the computer which requires no previous student experience with the computer. (CP)

Describes a prototype electronic device that may be used in the classroom or in the laboratory to display pedagogical models and student articulations of target language sounds simultaneously. (Author/AM)

Integrating a foreign language culture into the teaching of the language is discussed, and a list of methods is provided.

Callus induction from species of Haworthia can be done quickly in the laboratory with minimal equipment to study tissue dedifferentiation and cellular redifferentiation. It is shown that the cultured cell can also be used to study and evaluate the effects of various mutagens, carcinogens, and pesticides in controlled environments. (Author/MA)

Science activities and laboratory techniques suggested by contributors for use in the middle school are provided. (CP)

Notes that the story of the black runaway who escapes the slave status under great risk to live as a free man or woman comprises one of the most meaningful chapters in United States history. The slave narrative genre offers resource material which all children should find compelling and inspiring. (Author/AM)

Discusses the objectives, construction and use of crossword puzzles in classes in English as a foreign language. (RM)

The purpose of this guide is to provide information about the key reference and information resources in the field of education. Sources include items published from 1990 through 1998, with selective inclusion of significant or unique works published prior to 1990. The guide is divided into 14 categories that reflect different aspects of…

This bibliography, developed by Project RIMES (Reading Instructional Methods of Efficacy with Students) lists 80 software packages for teaching early reading and spelling to students at risk for reading and spelling failure. The software packages are presented alphabetically by title. Entries usually include a grade level indicator, a brief…

Described is a study that confirms positive effects on student achievement of manipulation of molecular models by high school chemistry students over a long period of time. Also examined but unanswered were questions regarding applications of Piaget's theories in determining differential effects for concrete and formal operational students. (CS)