The interdisciplinary approach of cognitive neuroscience in studying mind-brain relations is discussed. (SA)

Models, based on Gowin's Epistomological V model, are presented which are intended to be useful in illustrating ideas to students about how knowledge is acquired and how to relate laboratory work to the concept being learned. (SA)

Identifies elements of teaching assistant (TA) training programs, presents a model based on these elements, examines different strategies for implementation of the model, and describes efforts for developing a comprehensive TA program for graduate students in the biological sciences at the University of Washington, Seattle. (HM)

Presented is an approach to the teaching of biological diversity using the theme of survival. Teaching methods for this approach and the advantages of its use are discussed. A suggested course outline is included. (CW)

Described is an activity designed to allow students' thinking about taxonomy to evolve in the same fashion as the thinking of taxonomists. Presented are the problem to be investigated, procedures, and questions for discussion. (CW)

Described is an experiment which investigates the reciprocal changes in both rats and their handlers during handling. Included are questionnaires, procedures and a description of materials. Probable results are discussed. (CW)

Provided are two experiments which deal with the formation of callus and embryos from tissue culture of carrot roots. Outlined are the purpose, materials, procedure, and results for each. (RT)

Described is The McKusick Catalog of human genetics. This article discusses how biology instructors could make use of this reference and answers specific questions regarding its use. (CW)

Describes an effort to provide students in an introductory human anatomy course with an experience that both allows them to be creative with the facts they are learning and to be supported throughout the writing process. (ZWH)

A variety of career possibilities and specializations, both domestic and global, for entomologists is presented. Educational prerequisites and work in which entomologists are involved are also mentioned. (MDR)

Identifies those resources that should aid in making career choices in biology. Discussions of biology teaching and conservation occupations and trends are also given. (MDR)

Current sex education programs for America's young people are inadequate. Data are presented which support this view. (BB)

Emphasizes the need to include courses of human biology in the science curriculum. (SL)

Characteristics of the archaebacteria (comprising the methanogenic, thermoacidophilic, and extreme halophilic bacteria) are discussed, including comparisons of molecular traits for archaebacteria, eubacteria, eukaryotes, and taxonomic considerations. Issues related to integrating the archaebacteria into biology curricula and teaching about the…

The results of using laboratory instruction as part of the total biology program in the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study are reported. (Author/SA)