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Download full textMachen, M. Marge; Shackelford, Brandon – 2003
Data from the Academic Research and Development (R&D) Survey and other surveys were used to analyze patterns of R&D activity in the United States. For the purpose of this analysis, the most recent data update from the report "National Patterns of R&D Resources" adjusts university and college R&D performance to net out R&D expenditures reported as…
Descriptors: Educational Finance, Engineering, Financial Support, Postsecondary Education
Peer reviewedDawes, John A.; King, Michael R. – Journal of Biological Education, 1979
Describes a constant-temperature observation chamber and includes instructions on constructing the apparatus. Suggestions for use are given as well as problems that might be encountered. (Author/SA)
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Biology, College Science, Guides
Peer reviewedJensen, Murray S.; Smith, Mike U. – American Biology Teacher, 1999
Describes unexpected experiences with student laboratory activities. Makes recommendations for addressing two types of lab disasters: (1) when lab preparations fail prior to the beginning of lab; and (2) when students produce unexpected results with the proper use of materials. (Contains 11 references.) (WRM)
Descriptors: Biology, Classroom Techniques, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment
Peer reviewedBaier, Stephen W. – American Biology Teacher, 1993
Clarifies the issues of animal rights as they effect animal use in research and education through an examination of the current use of animals, a historical look at animal use, and a consideration of the philosophical underpinnings of the animal rights and pro-use viewpoints. (PR)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Ethics, High Schools
Swang, John I. – 1991
The National Student Research Center (NSRC) is dedicated to promoting student research and the use of the scientific method in all subject areas across the curriculum, especially science and mathematics. The NSRC facilitates the implementation of a nationally recognized, innovative, and highly effective approach to instruction called the Student…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Discovery Learning, Educational Objectives, Educational Strategies
