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Science Notes - Observatory News
Science Notes - Observatory News
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Through a monthly newsletter, McDonald Observatory News, the McDonald Observatory of the University of Texas at Austin tries to keep those interested in astronomy abreast of the latest scientific developments, as well as providing helpful skywatching information for the amateur astronomer.
Science Notes - Order Space Seeds Now
Science Notes - Order Space Seeds Now
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The March issue of "Science and Children" has an article explaining NASA's Tomatoes in Space program.
Science Notes - Book News : From Rift To Drift: Iowa's Story In Stone
Science Notes - Book News : From Rift To Drift: Iowa's Story In Stone
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Jack Clayton Troeger, earth science instructor and syndicated Iowa columnist, is the author of From Rift to Drift: Iowa's Story in Stone which was recently published by Iowa State University Press.
Editor's Corner - Missing Editors, Referees & Writers, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Editor's Corner - Missing Editors, Referees & Writers, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
If you are interested in the future of ISTJ and would consider sharing your talents as an assistant editor; referee or writer, please read on.
Science Notes - Book News : Geology Of Iowa: Over Two Billion Years Of Change
Science Notes - Book News : Geology Of Iowa: Over Two Billion Years Of Change
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
In Geology of Iowa: Over Two Billion Years of Change, author Wayne I. Anderson presents a chronological account of the rock formations that underlie the farmland and cities of Iowa. Recently published by the Iowa State University Press, Geology of Iowa begins with a description of the geologic setting of the state in the Stable Interior; a region of generally flat-lying sedimentary rocks that show little deformation. Anderson comments, "At any one location in Iowa, the rocks typically appear to be horizontal - as flat as a pancake."
Spring Flowers Crossword Puzzle Answers
Spring Flowers Crossword Puzzle Answers
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
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Letter To The Editor - More Support For Saturday Classes, Edward M. Vaughan
Letter To The Editor - More Support For Saturday Classes, Edward M. Vaughan
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The letter from Richard Wilson in the Winter '83- 84 ISTJ not only gives me an opportunity to endorse the scheduling of science/math classes on Saturdays and during the evenings with part-time teachers but also as another ex-math/science teacher, to voice opinions in several other aspects of teaching. In the '50's at St. Ambrose College we initiated Saturday Science Seminars for secondary school students which were highly successful.
Rock And Mineral Collecting In Iowa, Joseph H. Brown
Rock And Mineral Collecting In Iowa, Joseph H. Brown
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The enthusiastic collector of rocks and minerals enjoys and practices a most interesting hobby. Nature has provided a free source of materials in many different localities, and the Midwest is no exception to this bounty. Success in finding a rare rock or mineral is limited only by the skill and perseverance of the collector. The natural beauty of many mineral, rock, and fossil specimens makes finding them a stirring experience. The value and rarity of these examples of nature's wealth makes the search for them a stimulating and profitable adventure.
Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents
Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
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Editorial Office & Staff; Officers, Iowa Academy Of Science; Officers & Regional Directors, Iowa Science Teachers Section
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
No abstract provided.
Using An Egg To Understand The Three Types Of Rocks, M. L. Schwartz
Using An Egg To Understand The Three Types Of Rocks, M. L. Schwartz
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Bernstein and Wong (1977) have presented an excellent earth science lesson by using the cross-section of a hard-boiled egg. The yolk, white and shell, respectively; represent a model of the earth's core, mantle and crust.
Science Notes - Outlook For Summer 1985
Science Notes - Outlook For Summer 1985
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
OUTLOOK, the K-12 environmental education enrichment program developed by and for Iowa teachers will be available through a training program scheduled for summer 1985. A one-week workshop will be conducted during each week in June.
Science Notes - Awards Presented At Ists Fall Conference, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Science Notes - Awards Presented At Ists Fall Conference, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Awards were presented to several of Iowa's outstanding science educators at the meeting of ISTS in Ames on November 1. Special recognition was given to Dr. Clifford McCollum, retiring Dean of the College of Natural Sciences of the University of Northern Iowa, for his many years of outstanding service to science and science educators of Iowa. The-Iowa Science Teachers Outstanding Service Award for 1984 was presented to Dean Hartman. Dean has served for the past 13 years as science consultant at Grant Wood Area Education Agency in Cedar Rapids. Ken Hartman was presented the Iowa Presidential Science Teachers Award for …
Science Notes - Book News : The Guinness Book Of Weather Facts And Feats, Rita K. Voltmer
Science Notes - Book News : The Guinness Book Of Weather Facts And Feats, Rita K. Voltmer
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Where is the coldest and one of the windiest places in the world? What country first gave names to hurricanes? Can lightning strike in the same place twice? What are haboobs? Weather enthusiasts will find the answers to these and many other questions in the second edition of The Guinness Book of Weather Facts and Feats, published by Guinness Superlative Limited and distributed by Sterling Publishing Company.
Writing And Elementary Science: A Winning Combination, Bonnie Knutson
Writing And Elementary Science: A Winning Combination, Bonnie Knutson
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Most educators today believe that writing has a significant place in the curriculum. More importantly; many teachers agree that writing instruction should be a school-wide effort. In one study; 80 percent of the English teachers, 60 percent of the social studies teachers and 60 percent of the science teachers agreed that it was a responsibility that should be shared by both English and content area teachers (Tighe and Koziol, 1982).
Science Notes - Summer Programs In Science - Start College Early
Science Notes - Summer Programs In Science - Start College Early
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The University of Iowa offers a variety of specially designed courses for high school students.
Science Notes - Book News : Fundamentals In Laboratory Microbiology
Science Notes - Book News : Fundamentals In Laboratory Microbiology
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Fundamentals in Laboratory Microbiology, published by the Iowa State University Press, is a self-paced laboratory approach to introductory microbiology that assumes no prior knowledge of biology on the part of the student. Classical methods are stressed, with an emphasis on the natural relationships between organisms and their environment.
Science Notes - Cancer Research Scholarships For Iowa High School Students
Science Notes - Cancer Research Scholarships For Iowa High School Students
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Iowa high school students (grades 10-12) contemplating careers in the medical sciences may apply for one of ten $300 scholarships to be awarded by the Iowa Division of the American Cancer Society.
Science Notes - New Astronomy Newsletter, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Science Notes - New Astronomy Newsletter, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The Universe in the Classroom is a newsletter on teaching astronomy sponsored by the Astronomical Society of the Pacific and the American Astronomical Society. The newsletter is written for teachers, librarians, youth group leaders and others interested in conveying the excitement of astronomy to young people. The first issue contains information and a listing of resources for the study of Halley's Comet which in Feb. 1986 will pass close enough to the earth to be observed.
Up Or Down, Paul Joslin
Up Or Down, Paul Joslin
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Which way is up? Which way is down? Are these always opposite directions? Can you construct a definition of up that is true and that works in all situations? Consider the following situations and for each state an operational definition.
Editor's Corner, Robert W. Hanson, James G. Macmillan
Editor's Corner, Robert W. Hanson, James G. Macmillan
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
From the Outgoing Managing Editor: The start of 1985 signals the transfer of the last vestiges of my former position as executive director of the Academy to Jim Macmillan, who now takes on the role of managing editor of Academy publications.
Science Notes - Dap Workshop, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Science Notes - Dap Workshop, Carl W. Bollwinkel
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The Developmental Activities Project was created to help K-2 teachers implement a hands-on, individualized approach to teaching math/science that is based on the research (primarily that of Piaget) on how children's thinking develops.
The Word Processor: A Tool Towards Improving Every High School Research Project, George E. O'Brien
The Word Processor: A Tool Towards Improving Every High School Research Project, George E. O'Brien
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Two important education phenomena are happening concurrently across the state of Iowa. First, it should be no surprise that the number of computers and computer science course offerings in high school is steadily increasing while the number of microcomputers in students' homes is also becoming greater. These factors have led to an overall increase in the number of high school students interacting with computers across the state. Second, feedback received from a variety of sources including state and regional science teachers' meetings, talented and gifted conferences (TAG), student science fair and symposia competitions and high school in-service visitations by Area …