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Benrey, Ronald M.; Schultz, Robert F. – 1981
Eight experiments dealing with alternative energy sources are presented. Each experiment includes an introductory section which provides background information and discusses the promises and problems of the particular energy source, a list of materials needed to complete the experiment, and the procedures to be used. The experiments involve:…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Electricity, Elementary School Science, Energy
Download full textCalifornia State Polytechnic Univ., Pomona. – 1977
The Intermediate Science Curriculum Study Spanish language science instruction manual for the intermediate grades focuses on energy of many types. The soft bound volume uses self-pacing and individualized learning to guide the students through a series of experiments. Basically, the students are asked to think about what they do and see, evaluate…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Elementary Education, Energy, Experimental Curriculum
Minnesota State Dept. of Children, Families, and Learning, St. Paul. – 1998
Developed by classroom teachers during the development phase of Minnesota's Graduation Standards, this performance package is made up of locally designed assignments that, taken together, show whether a student has learned and can apply the knowledge and skills related to comprehending technical information from documents or electronic media and…
Descriptors: Academic Discourse, Academic Standards, Class Activities, Laboratory Experiments
Oak Ridge Associated Universities, TN. – 1981
Designed for science students in fourth, fifth, and sixth grades, the activities in this unit illustrate principles and problems related to biomass as a form of energy. (The word biomass is used to describe all solid material of animal or vegetable origin from which energy may be extracted.) Twelve student activities using art, economics,…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Elementary School Science, Energy, Grade 4
Mandizha, George – 1983
The Zimbabwe Secondary School Science Project (ZIM-SCI) developed student study guides, corresponding teaching guides, and science kits for a low-cost science course which could be taught during the third year of secondary school without the aid of qualified teachers and conventional laboratories. This ZIM-SCI study guide is a four-part unit…
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Diffusion (Physics), Electricity
Perdue, Peggy K. – 1991
This book includes 25 science activities in the fields of environmental science, soil science, life science, and physical science. The activities are designed to be used in outdoor settings. Each activity is composed of two parts--an explanatory section for the teacher and a student lab sheet. The teacher explanatory section begins with a brief…
Descriptors: Acoustics, Biological Sciences, Classification, Elementary Education
Reames, Spencer E., Comp. – 1993
Because of the daily impact of biotechnology, it is important that students have some knowledge and experience with biotechnology in order to enable them to deal with the issues that arise as a result of its implementation. The purpose of this workbook is to assist in the efforts to expose students to the concepts of biotechnology through hands-on…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Cytology
Farmer, Mike – 1987
This document was designed to be used as a tool to assist students with research-oriented science projects. It provides a step-by-step approach to the development of such projects addressing: (1) selecting a research topic; (2) learning about the subject; (3) developing a specific purpose for the research; (4) planning the project; (5) initiating…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Data Analysis, Elementary School Science
State Univ. of New York, Farmingdale. Agricultural and Technical Coll. – 1978
A programmed instruction course was developed, consisting of fifteen experiments encompassing eleven separate pieces of equipment operational in a solar and energy conservation lab. The programmed instruction manual for the lab was evaluated and revised during a workshop. This evaluation indicated that both the lab and manual are valuable tools…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Conservation Education, Continuing Education, Energy
VanCleave, Janice – 1996
Science projects are a great way for students to learn more about science as they search for the answers to specific problems. This book offers guidance and provides ideas for students as they plan experiments, find and record information related to the problem, and organize data to find answers to the problem. The 20 topics in this book suggest…
Descriptors: Demonstrations (Science), Earth Science, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Peer reviewedFilonovich, S. R. – Quantum, 1991
Describes the use of analogy relative to the classical theory of momentum and kinetic energy, and addresses the advantages and disadvantages of this approach with respect to modern physics. Discusses the origins of the billiard ball analogy in the work of Coriolis and its influence on later theories and investigations of nuclear fission, particle…
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Atomic Theory, Enrichment Activities, Learning Strategies
Orlich, Donald C. – 1988
A group of scientists and science educators at Washington State University has developed and pilot tested an integrated physical science program designed for preservice elementary school teachers. This document is a comprehensive guide to be provided to students in a physical science teaching methods course. Chapters include: (1) "Science as a…
Descriptors: College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Lutz, Julie H.; Orlich, Donald C. – 1988
A group of scientists and science educators at Washington State University has developed and pilot tested an integrated physical science program designed for preservice elementary school teachers. This document includes the syllabus and class materials for the Astronomy block of the physical science courses developed by the group. Included are…
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions
Dresser, Miles – 1988
A group of scientists and science educators has developed and pilot tested an integrated physical science program designed for preservice elementary school teachers. This document includes the syllabus and class materials for the Physics block of the physical science courses developed by the group. Included are diagrams, lecture notes, homework…
Descriptors: College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Crosby, Glenn; And Others – 1988
A group of scientists and science educators of Washington State University has developed and pilot tested an integrated physical science program designed for preservice elementary school teachers. This document includes the syllabus and class materials for the Chemistry block of the physical science courses developed by the group. Included are…
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Course Content, Course Descriptions
