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Straka, William – Mercury, 1987
Describes the Cygnus Loop, one of brightest and most easily studied of the older "remnant nebulae" of supernova outbursts. Discusses some of the historical events surrounding the discovery and measurement of the Cygnus Loop and makes some projections on its future. (TW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Measurement, Photography
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Everett, Kenneth G.; DeLoach, Will S. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1987
Reports on a study into how the history of chemistry is being taught in colleges and universities. Results indicate that courses on the history of chemistry are hardly ever required of chemistry majors, and they are offered in only 10 percent of American Chemical Society approved chemistry departments. (TW)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Course Content, Higher Education
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Yager, Robert E. – Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 1986
Visits to six school districts which were identified by the National Science Teachers Association's Search for Excellence program were made during 1983 by teams of 17 researchers. Their reports were analyzed in search for common characteristics that can explain the requirements necessary for excellent science programs. These characteristics are…
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Science Curriculum, Science Education
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Penick, John E.; Crow, Linda W. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Describes 15 innovative college science programs identified by the Society of College Science Teachers. Gives nine generalizations regarding the programs. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Educational Innovation, Higher Education, Internship Programs
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Ridpath, Ian – Mercury, 1990
Reviewed is the history of the naming of the constellations which appear in the sky. The roles of many ancient peoples through the astronomers of the eighteenth century up to the adoption of the official list of 88 constellations produced in 1922 by the International Astronomical Union are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Classification, College Science, Earth Science
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Stedman, Carlton H. – Science Education, 1987
Discusses the history of American science and science education, with particular emphasis on the development of scientific inquiry and experimentation. Focuses primarily on the activities of individuals in the 1800's, and the introduction of science into secondary schools and higher education institutions in the early 1900's. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Inquiry, Science Education
National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems. – 1986
The Panel on Undergraduate Engineering Education prepared this report as part of the overall effort of the National Research Council's Committee on the Education and Utilization of the Engineer. The panel studied the academic preparation of engineers for practicing their profession. This document provides an analysis of the research done by the…
Descriptors: College Science, Engineering Education, Higher Education, Science Curriculum
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Seddon, G. M.; Ridge, J. S. – Research in Science and Technological Education, 1987
Investigates the effects of using scientific apparatus versus household objects on the accuracy of primary school children in a simple titration exercise. Indicates no significant difference between the accuracy obtained using the two types of apparatus at the beginning, but improved performance for children using scientific apparatus by the end.…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Elementary School Science, Foreign Countries, Laboratory Equipment
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Fraknoi, Andrew – Mercury, 1990
Listed are 27 references about the Hubble Space Telescope project. Included are nontechnical books, nontechnical articles, and technical articles. (CW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Bibliographies, College Science, Earth Science
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Randall, David C.; And Others – Advances in Physiology Education, 1990
Described is a summer workshop for college and high school educators designed to raise the level of expertise of the participants and to raise their awareness of physiology and medical opportunities for their students. The objectives, organization, schedule, content, credit, financial considerations, and evaluation of the program are discussed.…
Descriptors: Career Awareness, College Science, Educational Improvement, Higher Education
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Aston, T. J. – Journal of Biological Education, 1987
Outlines an adaptive framework for the study of plants and their pollinators in which both partners in the ecological relationship are seen as maximizing fitness through efficient use of the other as a resource. Suggests experimental projects to examine the validity of these assumptions giving an evolutionary emphasis. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, College Science, Ecology, Environmental Education
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Zoller, Uri; And Others – Science Education, 1987
Describes a specially designed preparatory course in science and mathematics for relatively "unprepared" adult students in Israel. Compares the achievements of these students with the achievements of those identified as "prepared" according to their formal education and qualifications. (TW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Education, College Science, Foreign Countries
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Fortner, Rosanne W.; Mayer, Victor J. – Science Education, 1989
Describes the National Sea Grant Program and eight types of education programs. Examines funding patterns from 1976 through 1987. Assesses current status of education within the Program using a director's survey. Discusses some implications for science educators. Provides the conceptual scheme for aquatic studies and a directory of the programs.…
Descriptors: College Science, Elementary School Science, Environmental Education, Fellowships
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Blank, Robert H.; And Others – Issues in Science and Technology, 1988
Argues that universities are failing to prepare students for responsible citizenship in a world being rapidly changed by biotechnology. Calls for bringing together biology and the social sciences in more core courses. (TW)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Core Curriculum, Higher Education
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Lehman, Jeffrey R. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
Questionnaire responses from 193 high schools indicate that very few science teachers use microcomputers regularly in classrooms. Descriptions of schools/science departments, background information on faculty using microcomputers, and nature/extent of utilization are discussed along with possible causes of limited use and recommendations for…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, High Schools, Microcomputers, Science Departments
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