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Framework for Earth Systems Education.
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Mayer, Victor J. – Science Activities, 1991
Provides both a rationale and framework for Earth systems education and a description of the early development of the Program for Leadership in Earth Systems Education (PLESE). Presents the seven basic understandings that form the conceptual basis for the PLESE program. (five references) (MCO)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Ecological Factors
The Not-So-Aloof Luffa.
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Baize, Debra H.; Matthews, Catherine E. – Science Activities, 1999
Presents several activities designed to teach students about the characteristics, classification, life cycle, and uses of the luffa (gourd). (WRM)
Descriptors: Biology, Botany, Classification, Elementary Education
Dishpan Oil Spills.
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Cromwell, Randy – Science Activities, 1999
Explains instructions for creating an oil-spill simulation activity in which students are challenged to clean up the spill. (WRM)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Ecological Factors, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Where Should the Landfill Go?
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Fazio, Rosario P.; McFaden, Dennis – Science Activities, 1993
Describes a project where students were involved in finding the most suitable site for a landfill in their community. This two-month project was conducted using team teaching. Two twelfth grade geoscience classes were involved. (PR)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Environmental Education, High Schools, Learning Activities
Let's Go to the Videotape!
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Zipko, Stephen J. – Science Activities, 1993
Describes the use of two instructional television videos, "Global Geography" and "Global Links," in science instruction using a variety of instructional techniques. (PR)
Descriptors: Environmental Education, Geography, High Schools, Integrated Activities