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Hexapod Herald - Vol. 1, No. 7, April 6, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Calendar of upcoming events

Grants

Publications

Bruner Club news

Crossword puzzle

A Logico-Structural, Worldview Analysis Of The Interrelationship Between Science Interest, Gender, And Concept Of Nature, William W. Cobern, Jane E. Ellington, Daniel M. Schores

Scientific Literacy and Cultural Studies Project

A few years ago I was speaking with a distinguished professor of science explaining to him my concern for the low level of science interest among school level students. I remarked that in my view a major contributor to this lack of interest was the methodology used to teach science. Students forsake science because their own orientation to the world does not allow them to appreciate science as it is typically taught (Cobern, 1989a). The professor immediately added to my sentence "and believed by the vast majority of qualified practitioners." He went on to say that this dropping away of …

Hexapod Herald - Vol. 1, No. 6, March 23, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Calendar of upcoming events

Grants

Publications

North Central Branch, Entomological Society of America notable events

Entomology Newsletter - Vol. 1, No. 5, March 9, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Calendar of upcoming events

Awards

Bruner Club news

Welcome Of U.S.S.R. Students, Stephanie Pace Marshall

Lectures, Speeches, and Talks

No abstract provided.

A.S.C.D Presentation, Stephanie Pace Marshall

Lectures, Speeches, and Talks

No abstract provided.

Entomology Newsletter - Vol. 1, No. 4, February 23, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Grants awarded

Calendar of upcoming events

New exhibitts

new or revised publications

News from the Bruner Club

Entomology Newsletter - Vol. 1, No. 3, February 16, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Seminars/conferences

Publications

Entomology Newsletter - Vol. 1, No. 2, February 9, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Awards

Graduate students

Calendar of upcoming events

Publications

Entomology Newsletter - Vol. 1, No. 1, February 2, 1990

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Miscellaneous

Graduate students

Seminars

Grants

Awards

Publications

A Basic Math Curriculum: Issues And Design, Eugenie Ballering

Master's Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.

Case Study In The Design And Organization Of A Learning Program: The Food Oils In Africa Network, Jonathan Otto

Master's Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.

Analise Quantitativa Do Currículo Escolar [Quantitative Analysis Of The School Curriculum], Karl M. Lorenz

Karl M Lorenz

O livro descreve e demonstra a aplicação de um sistema quantitativo de analise do currículo escolar. O objeto de analise é o Currículo Nominal, o que é um elenco organizado de disciplinas com suas cargas horarias. O sistema consiste de uma bateria de coeficientes que geram dados através de um Microanálise da composição e organização de um único currículo, e de um Macroanálise que focaliza as características de mais de um currículo. Acompanhando a explicação dos coeficientes e os procedimentos dos dois tipos de analise são quatro estudos que ilustram a aplicação e utilidade dos coeficientes em descrever os currículos …

The Iowa Science Teachers Fall Conference, 1990, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Contents:

Map ... 3
Speakers ... 5
Session I ... 8
Session II ... 8
Session III ... 11
Application for Membership ... Centerfold
Registration Forms ... Centerfold
Luncheon Information ... 23
Session IV ... 23
Session V ... 26

Iowa Academy Of Science Directory, 1990-91: Officers, Committees, And Membership Roster, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Table of Contents:

Board of Directors ... 5
Program Directors ... 6
Editors ... 7
Committees ... 8
Sections ... 22
Awards of Merit ... 27
Excellence in Science Teaching Awards ... 29
Past Presidents ... 31
Membership List ... 32

A Cooperative Approach To Writing A Curriculum Guide For Mathematics, Sara Nilson Bos

All Graduate Projects

This project involved writing a curriculum guide for grades kindergarten through six in the area of mathematics. This guide was developed using a cooperative approach including small groups of teachers representing several grade levels, as well as, the entire teaching staff. The process of developing the guide was important to this study as was the mathematics guide itself. Teachers were involved in selection of a mathematics curriculum, implementing the curriculum, evaluating and adapting the curriculum after one year of use, and writing the guide to accompany the program.

The Enhancement Of Earth Science Laboratories And Activities Through Inquiry, Discovery And Hands-On Methods, Diane Hinchliff Hesse

All Graduate Projects

The central objective of this project is to enhance the middle school eighthgrade Earth Science curriculum by developing or adapting existing laboratory activities to model hands-on, inquiry, and discovery learning methods. These laboratory activities are designed to encourage independent student-centered learning as opposed to teacher-centered and directed activities.

The project also explored the nature of the science laboratory as it exists in classrooms today and how it can be improved through an understanding of the nature and process of science.

Strategic Plan: 1990-1995, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

Documents

Belief Statements

WE BELIEVE THAT:

• meaning is discovered, not prescribed.
• all individuals have equal intrinsic worth.
• all people have an innate desire to learn.
• the power of the human mind is the world's greatest resource.
• every individual is capable of both changing and bringing about change.
• trust is essential for any human relationship to prosper.
• the survival of global civilization depends primarily upon the quality of the education provided to all citizens.
• every person is responsible for his/her own choices and actions.
• belonging to a group implies subordination of self-interests to the common good.
• excellence is worth the effort, but …

1989-90 Annual Report, Illinois' Investment, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

Annual Reports

In many ways, the 1989-90 school year at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy can best be described as a year of re-creation. Having successfully met the challenges of the start-up years (1986-1989), our fourth school year became a time for thoughtful reflection, refocus and renewal. Within the context of strategic planning, we began to examine our values and beliefs, to clarify our mission and aspirations, and to develop bold, innovative strategies for achieving our institutional objectives.

Nova, 1990 Winter, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

Documents

Governor James R. Thompson and Nobel Prize-winning physicist Dr. Leon M. Lederman were honored at the formal dedication of the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy on December 14. During the ceremony the Academy was dedicated to the People of Illinois in their honor.

The Need For Creativity In The Science Classroom, Lowell Wiele

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

To recognize the need for creativity in the classroom as one of the growing concerns in the educational community today is not difficult. When the various teaching methods in science are evaluated, the highly pronounced need for more creativity in science instruction is evident. Few teachers, it seems, experiment actively with teaching techniques and curriculum materials. Most find what works for them and stick with it, and, often, this means teaching science as a lecture course (with some group discussion and a few laboratory experiences). Beginning teachers tend to imitate the persons they considered to have been their best teachers. …

Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.

Easy Microscale Electrolysis Of Water, Marie C. Sherman

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The following is a quick, easy, visible demonstration which makes an eye-catching introduction to electrochemistry and electrolysis.

Technology Available To Iowa Teachers Through Area Education Agencies, Jack A. Gerlovich, Paul Joslin

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Recently, we have, as a nation, come to realize the vital need for technology literacy among our citizens if we are to cope in a global society. Iowa educational leaders are striving to gain a competitive edge m this area. Working for this edge, the Iowa Department of Education has hired a technology consultant, and guides are being refined to help educators address the topic in their curricula. Standards have been adopted by the State Board of Education relative to telecommunications in Iowa classrooms.

No Harpoons, Unless . . ., Arnold H. Webster

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.

Astronomy Bulletin - The 1991 Spring Sky, P. Steven Leiker

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.

Science Notes - Summer Workshops At Harvard University

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has announced the availability of two teacher workshops for the summer of 1991. Both workshops are continuations of ongoing projects designed to build teacher-agent networks to increase the use of activity-based science teaching across the United States.

Science Notes - Science Leadership Institute

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The National Science Supervisors Association is sponsoring a one-week institute for Science Leadership at Southern Illinois University's Edwardsville Campus from July 28 to August 2.

Science Notes - New Junior Academy Director

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Russ Wiley was recently appointed director of the Iowa Junior Academy of Science. He replaces Joe Moore who has left the state. Wiley is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Northern Iowa.

Science Notes - Graduate Study Awards Available

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The College of Natural Science of the University of Northern Iowa has announced the availability of financial awards to pay tuition costs of graduate study in the fields of biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, science and science education during the 1991 summer session.