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Professor Says Marijuana Should Not Be Legalized
Professor Says Marijuana Should Not Be Legalized
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Grass, pot, jive, mary jane, or Texas tea. By whatever name you know it, marijuana should not be legalized, claims Dr. Joseph Benforado, assistant clinical professor of medicine and a physician at the University of Wisconsin Health Center.
Top Of The Decade
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
A listing of notable events of the past decade in medicine, education, science, and the environment.
Unusual Ph.D. Program Supported
Unusual Ph.D. Program Supported
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Support of an unusual graduate program in science and mathematics education is provided by a National Science Foundation grant of $29,700 awarded today to the University of California at Berkeley. Known as "SESAME" (Search for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Education), the recently established program leads to a Ph.D. Its aim is to offer students the opportunity to combine advanced training in one of the natural sciences or mathematics with the pursuit of central interests in science education.
A False Sense Of "Discovery", Darrell G. Phillips
A False Sense Of "Discovery", Darrell G. Phillips
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Within the past few years the terms "discovery" and "inquiry" have come into vogue in educational circles. These terms, and those of similar connotation, are found in science curriculum programs, magazine and journal articles, and papers presented at professional meetings. It has also become apparent that certain textbook publishers are extremely sensitive to the "in" terms; one finds that such words have been carefully inserted into the introduction or preface of some outdated science textbooks.
Study Of Science Facilities
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The National Science Teachers Association is embarking on a nationwide study of facilities for the teaching of science at the secondary school level. The study will cover in-school facilities-laboratories, classrooms, and special-purpose rooms, such as greenhouses and planetariums-and facilities outside the school, such as outdoor education centers that are used for science programs.
The Oregon Science Teacher
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The May, 1970, issue of TOST will be devoted to science humor, and will feature in excess of a hundred 'bits' of the bizarre, witty, irreverent, burlesqued, parodied, and off-beat side of science.
A Description Of An Experiment Involving The Use Of A Modified Drum-Type Spherometer For Measuring The Rate Of Weathering, Darrell D. Young
A Description Of An Experiment Involving The Use Of A Modified Drum-Type Spherometer For Measuring The Rate Of Weathering, Darrell D. Young
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
For the teacher who is interested in teaching a unit on weathering, the cemetery may provide unlimited amounts of data. As an exercise in weathering, a measuring instrument was devised and tested by the author on tombstones in the Buffalo area. The instrument used and the results of the test are described as follows.
A Comparison Of Achievement In Biology In An Individualized And Group Approach To Bscs Biology, Harry F. Fulton
A Comparison Of Achievement In Biology In An Individualized And Group Approach To Bscs Biology, Harry F. Fulton
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
In January of 1970 the author completed a study at The University of Iowa. In general the purpose of the study was to compare student outcomes as a result of exposure to an individualized and a group approach to teaching the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (BSCS) course.
Far-Nix And Lar-Nix Diesected, Charles J. Ellis
Far-Nix And Lar-Nix Diesected, Charles J. Ellis
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
High school teachers do a wonderful job. This observation is of long standing and particularly true when one considers the "handicaps" under which these teachers operate. They not only must give of themselves and of their time, but each must be the disciplinarian, father-confessor, and big-buddy of the students. They must cope with school boards and parents, take tickets and usher! For all their expertise in these many areas, we on the "outside" thank these teachers.
Letter From A School In India, M. Kattaiah
Letter From A School In India, M. Kattaiah
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The text of a letter from Z. P. High School in Upalapadu, India.
How We Raise Clean, Healthy Amoeba Proteus, Eugene C. Bovee, Sandra C. Thompson, Mercedes L. Acuña
How We Raise Clean, Healthy Amoeba Proteus, Eugene C. Bovee, Sandra C. Thompson, Mercedes L. Acuña
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
We so frequently use Amoeba proteus for observation and experimentation in our classes in Cell Structure and Function, and Physiological Protozoology at the University of Kansas, that it has been necessary to avoid buying the many needed cultures from any of the major biological suppliers. Consequently, we have had to devise a reasonably reliable method of our own to culture that amoeba.
The Multi-Media Approach To Biology, Lena M. Keithahn
The Multi-Media Approach To Biology, Lena M. Keithahn
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
"If at first you don't succeed, you are just about average." This flippant statement of a common experience has led to the multi-media approach in an attempt to make the learning of biology for the average sixteen year old who scores between 35 to 89 on the comprehensive test of the ITED more meaningful and successful.
Batteries And Bulbs With An Average Class Of Ninth Graders, Richard D. Mcvey
Batteries And Bulbs With An Average Class Of Ninth Graders, Richard D. Mcvey
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
During the fall semester of 1969 I had occasion to try some elementary science units with a low group of ninth graders. Of the units tried, the E.S.S. "Batteries and Bulbs" had such interesting results that it instilled in me the idea of trying the unit with my regular ninth grade class.
Let The Elementary Students Enjoy The Lakeshore, Roland F. Chapman
Let The Elementary Students Enjoy The Lakeshore, Roland F. Chapman
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
One of the activities used during the fall for fifth grade students at Spirit Lake Elementary School, involves studying animals and plants that live in and near the shores of lakes in Northwest Iowa.
Resources And References For Earth Science Teachers, Charles A. Wall, Janet E. Wall
Resources And References For Earth Science Teachers, Charles A. Wall, Janet E. Wall
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
A listing of free and inexpensive earth science curriculum materials.
Cover - Ias & Ists Officers, Directors And Chairpersons - Ist Journal Information - Table Of Contents
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
No abstract provided.
Do Honey Bees Learn To Work? (An Excerpt From Sophomores And Honey Bees), Richard F. Trump
Do Honey Bees Learn To Work? (An Excerpt From Sophomores And Honey Bees), Richard F. Trump
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Another question that your students can answer for themselves is whether bees really inherit their work behavior. That's what we tell our students - that bees are creatures of instinct. And expect our students to believe it. We all know, of course, that too much of our teaching is like that. The least we can do is to offer evidence. Better yet, we can give the students a chance to see for themselves.
The Need For Sex Education, R. J. Vanden Branden
The Need For Sex Education, R. J. Vanden Branden
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
There is no shortage of information and misinformation about sex education; however, it is difficult to determine which information is based upon more than personal bias and experience. Educators profess to educate children in those aspects of behavioral change which are based upon the needs of the students. The assumption is that if a need exists that is not otherwise being met, the schools must satisfy that need. Is sex education such a need?
High School Biology Training And Introductory College Biology Success, Stanley Whelchel, David Pettus
High School Biology Training And Introductory College Biology Success, Stanley Whelchel, David Pettus
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
High School biology teachers are occasionally concerned with curriculum problems such as: 1. Should BSCS biology be introduced in the curriculum, and if it is, will the students do well in the introductory biology courses in college? 2. Should two biology courses be offered at the high school level, and will the second course really prepare a student better for college biology?
Identifying And Growing Biochemical Mutants Of Arabidopsis Thaliana, Sujit K. Dhar
Identifying And Growing Biochemical Mutants Of Arabidopsis Thaliana, Sujit K. Dhar
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Beadle and Tatum (1945) irradiated bread mold fungus, Neurospora spores, with X-ray and isolated biochemical mutants by their inability to grow in minimal medium. They identified the defective pathways by finding a particular amino acid, vitamin, or nucleotide which, being added to the medium, remedied the defect.
Rallying Cry For Truly Logical Animal Lover, Michael O'Donnell
Rallying Cry For Truly Logical Animal Lover, Michael O'Donnell
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
On attending a recent animal-protection rally, I noticed that a great deal was said about outrages against the nobler and cuddlier animals but nothing at all about the daily slaughter of many millions of microorganisms. I have therefore composed an anthem which I hope will prove a rallying cry for the truly logical animal lover.
A New Approach To Junior High Science Iscs - Intermediate Science Curriculum Study, Louis A. Gatta
A New Approach To Junior High Science Iscs - Intermediate Science Curriculum Study, Louis A. Gatta
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
What is the background of ISCS? Why ISCS? What content is included in ISCS? How is ISCS taught? What ISCS materials are available? What can be said in summary?
Into The Crystal Ball For The 1970s, Joe R. Moore
Into The Crystal Ball For The 1970s, Joe R. Moore
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The beginning of a new decade is always an ideal time to reflect upon the past-and the future. Looking back, the decade of the sixties can be characterized as the decade of tumult, the decade of change, the decade of progress-and depending upon one's past experiences-many other adjectives will probably be equally descriptive.
Science Teachers' Knowledge Of Sound Theory, Jerry Underfer
Science Teachers' Knowledge Of Sound Theory, Jerry Underfer
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
J. W. Warren has written a book recently which gives a critical review of mistaken ideas which are conveyed by physics textbooks and overlooked by physics teachers. Although Warren doesn't consider the area of sound to any extent, the situation is analogous. As he points out, errors and misleading material which are published for years while books pass through several editions gravely mislead students.
Parks Suspend Entrance Fees Pending Congressional Action
Parks Suspend Entrance Fees Pending Congressional Action
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The Department of the Interior's National Park Service has suspended entrance fees to park areas normally entered by automobile pending Congressional action on restoring the Golden Eagle Passport, an annual fee system which expired last March 31.
Careers In Science And Technology
Careers In Science And Technology
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
Readers will find information about more than 30 career fields of interest to students in a 48-page bibliography of career guidance literature just released by the National Science Teachers Association. The NST A has compiled this 1970 edition of Keys to Careers in Science and Technology to inform students, guidance counselors, teachers, and parents about current publications that are useful and reasonably inexpensive.
A Survey Of Physics Textbooks Used In Iowa Secondary Schools (Preliminary Report), Jerry Schmidt
A Survey Of Physics Textbooks Used In Iowa Secondary Schools (Preliminary Report), Jerry Schmidt
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
On December 5, 1969, 475 questionnaires were mailed to the public high school physics teachers of Iowa concerning the basic physics textbook(s) used in the classes they teach and the extent to which students are encouraged to answer the questions contained in the textbook(s). The questionnaire was a preliminary step of a doctoral dissertation which the author is presently working on at the University of Arkansas.
Nsta, Nasa Announce 1971 Youth Congresses
Nsta, Nasa Announce 1971 Youth Congresses
Iowa Science Teachers Journal
The National Science Teachers Association and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration announce twelve regional Youth Science Congresses to be held throughout the United States during the spring of 1971. This is the seventh year the NSTA-NASA sponsored congresses have been held.