Technology education is evolving as an essential subject in schools. Because it is a new subject there are varying opinions about what technology education is and where and how it should be taught. This booklet focuses on answering questions related to technology education including those dealing with the relationship between technology and…

Discloses the objectives of technology education and its evolution as a discipline. Outlines the history of the philosophical perspectives underlying the movement. Examines the transition of industrial arts into technology education. Contains 21 references. (DDR)

Identifies the elements of science fiction that might appeal to adolescent readers and offers suggestions for developing innovative book talks on science fiction books. A bibliography of 133 books, categorized by subgenres such as hard science, space travel, and mysteries, is provided. (eight references) (CLB)

Recommends neighborhood walks as a way to build children's knowledge of environment. Suggests ways of learning about the environment, of nurturing respect for the environment, and of modeling environmental stewardship. Recommends fostering engaged inquiry to facilitate the learning process. (DLH)

This guide presents examples of Florida's unique natural environments, its attempts to preserve natural areas, and to perform the careful balancing act required to encourage development for its ever growing transient and permanent resident populations without destroying valuable natural resources. The volume offers a look at some of the less…

Describes two high school courses, "Chemistry of Technology (Chem Tech)" and "Physics of Technology (Physics Tech)," that emphasize multidisciplinary learning through applicative, hands-on activities. Provides course descriptions, lists the advantages of using a unified science-technology model, and discusses limitations of…

This document presents the development of an instrument designed to assess student attitudes toward science and technology, and their understanding of certain social issues surrounding science and technology. The document contains two parts. Part 1, the Description of the Project, includes the following sections: (1) "The Project in…

Science/Technology/Society (STS) education can become an integral part of the existing social studies curriculum. Explains ways to introduce STS into the curriculum and offers suggestions for administrative support. (MLF)

Four questions related to rain concerning aerodynamic drag force, pressure from the impact of raindrops, impact of wind on the pressure, and stopping force extended on the car by the water are proposed. (YP)

Describes a high school biology course that utilizes the science-technology-society approach. The course developed from research findings that high school students are interested in learning about themselves--mainly their bodies. Evaluation of the program revealed that it was successful in accomplishing learning objectives. (PR)

Attempts to develop a theoretical foundation for the practice of ecological education. Focuses upon the severed relationship between man and nature. Identifies seven elements of ecological education designed to develop ecological action and experience as well as knowledge. Argues that, without a comprehensive, ecological framework, environmental…

Presents the outlines of a constructive view of the cultural significance of the sciences. The article considers the following topics: (1) the sciences; (2) ethics; (3) the arts; (4) considerations on the sciences, ethics, and the arts as a whole; and (5) the claims of religion. Contains 279 references. (ZWH)

Science education reform is an ongoing process. In recent years many have begun to look not only to teachers for change, but they are also insisting on the involvement of administrators, parents, community members, and some business organizations to bring about this change. This book presents facts and insights regarding science education reform…

Environmental planning requires more than finding the right technology and a source of funds. Planning involves consideration of the social, cultural, economic, and natural environments in which the project occurs. The challenge is to develop sustainable food systems that have reasonable production but do not degrade the resource base and upset…

This document contains the instrument used, results gathered, and discussions of the instrument used to measure students' (grades 10 and 12) understanding of science in its technological and social context. The following sections are included: (1) "Introduction"; (2) "A Comparison of Grade 10 and 12"; (3) "The Grade 10…