Discusses science and technology centers as facilities that provide the general public with participating exhibits and experiences. Also discusses science center attendance, characteristics, and their opportunities for educational research. (SL)

This article reports the adoption of new policies to restrict experiments on animals in the elementary or secondary school classroom. The controversy involving animal welfare groups is discussed as it relates to animal abuse by students. (SA)

Describes an outreach program designed to expose high school students to cutting-edge science. High school students are provided with hands-on experience in molecular biology (polymerase chain reaction, restriction mapping, chromatography, gel electrophoresis, human DNA sequencing, etc.) and may have an opportunity to participate in the Human…

Discusses the computer's role in schools comparing past expectations with present status. Summarizes the constructionist approach and an opponent's claim. Provides eight examples of innovative approaches for using computers in school. (YP)