This paper examines the potential of wiki technology as an e-learning tool in Al-Baha University, Saudi Arabia with a random sample in two colleges: science and education. 24 male students participated in this survey. The data is collected through interviewer-administered questionnaires with 16 questions divided into four axes. The data is…

This case study explored the perspectives regarding graduate dissertation supervision held by professors and graduate students in a university science department. Expectations and personal relationships within the graduate dissertation supervision process are discussed in order to establish better supervision practice in a climate of expanding…

New technologies of communication and information representation have almost always had an impact on the conduct of social and organizational life, sometimes creating new linkages, strengthening some existing ones and breaking others. Science operates within a technological environment which itself is a product of social, cultural, economic and…

A study explored perceptions of teachers of agriculture regarding resource sharing between secondary school teachers of agriculture and science departments in the United States. Data were collected between October and December 1990 following the Dillman procedure for mail questionnaire administration to a random sample of 400 secondary school…

The supply of scientists and engineers should be viewed not only in terms of quantity, but also in terms of quality and preparation. Forecasts have proven inaccurate in the past so that industry must assure an adequate quantity of students entering the science and engineering fields by the promise of employment. The quality of the professionals…

Examines programmatic effects of undergraduate chemistry research programs, focusing on internal research funding at Pomona College. The two-phase funding plan is described, accompanied by commentary on the reasoning and philosophy which lie behind these procedures. (JN)

Discusses how individuals trained as scientists/physiologists find positions in clinical departments, evaluation of potential job opportunities in such a department, responsibilities of basic scientists once positions have been accepted, and advantages/disadvantages for basic scientists in clinical environments. Also discusses how career…

It is academically advantageous to mix students from different departments and different areas of concentration in upper level college writing courses. For such programs to be successful, faculty members in all the disciplines must commit their time and efforts to them. Isolating students in disciplines is undesirable, since it will not prepare…

Priorities for development of a successful career as a physiologist are described. Areas considered include: (1) adequate pre- and post-doctoral training; (2) research specialty; (3) selection of department/institution; (4) productivity; (5) research grant support; and (6) the training of doctoral students and fellows. (JN)

Reports on a symposium on reforming general chemistry curriculum sponsored by American Chemical Society's Education Division. Presents several discussions including levels of the goals of general chemistry, newly recommended content, and the pros and cons of descriptive chemistry. (YP)

Informal notes are presented from conference discussions by 18 newly appointed chairmen, three highly successful resource people who could draw on their own experiences as department heads, and several additional special discussion leaders. Topics of interest to the department chairmen were covered, including the chairman's pivotal role, dealing…

Describes the environment and responsibilities of a new faculty member at a private medical school. Emphasizes four considerations for starting research programs at such schools and four major sources for research funding. Indicates that, as research programs gain momentum, more time is available to increase participation in teaching and service.…

Three separate but related topics are discussed. These include the status of analytical chemistry in academia, the decline of science education in the United States (offering possible solutions to the problem), and the future of computers in analytical chemistry. (JN)