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The Annual Meeting Of The Iowa Academy Of Science April 26-27, 1985 [Program, 97th Meeting], Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Program Contents:

Program Summary --- 4
Symposia Programs --- 10
Video Film Festival --- 15
Poster Papers --- 16
Campus Map --- Centerfold
Section Programs --- 18
Agricultural Sciences --- 18
Anthropology --- 21
Biotechnology --- 22
Botany --- 23
Chemical Education --- 28
Chemistry Inorganic --- 29
Chemistry, Organic --- 30
Conservation --- 32
Engineering --- 33
Geology --- 37
Linguistics --- 37
Nursing --- 38
Physics --- 39
Physiology --- 40
Psychology --- 41
Science Teaching --- 43
Zoology --- 44

Program Abstracts, 97th Session, Iowa Academy Of Science, April 26-27, 1985, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Presentation abstracts from the annual meeting of the Iowa Academy of Science

Iowa Science Teacher Section Fall Conference, 1985, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Contents:

--- Featured Speaker: George Vanerkurr
--- Iowa Academy of Science 1985-86 Officers
--- Sessions
--- Iowa Science Teachers Outstanding Service Award for 1985: Roy D. Unruh
--- Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching 1985: Donald A. Schaefer
--- Iowa Academy of Science Excellence in Science Teaching Awards, Spring 1985
--- Exhibitors
--- 1985 Fall Conference Committee

Iowa Academy Of Science Directory, 1985-86: Officers, Committees, And Membership Roster, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Table of Contents:

Board of Directors ... 3
Program Directors ... 4
Section Chairs ... 5
Section Vice Chairs ... 8
Committees ... 11
Award Recipients ... 28
Past Presidents ... 30
Membership Roster ... 32

Enlightened By Shadow, Nancy Frazier

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

In the golden age of radio, listeners were told that "only The Shadow knows." 1.,amont Cranston, better known as The Shadow, was the enlightened character with all of the answers to solve repeated mysteries. The Shadow is no longer with us, but the use of shadow puppetry in the elementary classroom can help solve mysteries and bring "life" to the study of light and shadow. Toe use of shadow puppets should allow students to achieve the following objectives: to create shadows by putting objects between a light source and a screen or surface; to recognize objects by their shape; to …

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Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Science Notes - What's The Outlook For This Summer, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Outlook training workshops will be offered during each of the four weeks in June 1986. Outlook is an environment education enrichment program developed in Iowa for grades K-12.

Changes In Science Enrollments And Graduation Requirements In Iowa Public High Schools, 1973-1983, Jack A. Gerlovich

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

In recent years, public education has received stringent criticism for its performance in producing students who have a very low level of competency in some subjects (National Commission on Excellence in Education, 1983). The media and various professional organizations have conceded that students in the United States have, in recent years, performed poorly in science when compared with students from other developed nations (Jacobson and Doran, 1985). Alleged reasons for poor performance on the part of U.S. students include shortage of qualified teachers, apathetic or negative public attitude toward schools, changing sociological and educational roles of the parent and ~ …

Iowa Meteorites, Larry A. Kelsey

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Every day, the earth is bombarded by an estimated 100 tons of interplanetary debris. Most of this is produced by micrometeorites that vaporize high in the atmosphere and slowly settle to earth as a fine dust. Only a rare once-a-day small meteorite survives its passage through the atmosphere to impact the earth. Unfortunately, the vast majority of these go undetected or undiscovered. As a result, it is an important event when a sizable meteorite fall occurs which is well observed and documented. Interestingly, Iowa appears to have been blessed with an inordinate number of these falls within recorded history. In …

Science Notes - Lantz Summer Awards For Graduate Study In The Sciences

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The College of Natural Sciences of the University of Northern Iowa announces the availability of financial awards to pay tuition costs of graduate study during the 1986 summer session in the fields of biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, science, and science education.

Science Notes - Conservation Education Center Summer Course Offerings, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Eight different content courses relating to the environment will be offered in June and July at the Conservation Education Center in Springbrook State Park near Guthrie Center; Iowa. The Education Center; which has air-conditioned dormitories, dining hall and lounge building, and classrooms, is located in a wooded area with nearby ponds and prairie remnants.

Science Notes - Search For Excellence In Science Education 1985-1986, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The 1985-86 Search for Excellence in Science Education is seeking programs for state and national recognition.

Science Notes - Statewide Summer 4-H Camps, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

4-H camping is for those who enjoy the outdoors, like to learn, like to meet new people, and like to make new friends. A variety of camping experiences are planned throughout the summer. Camps offered include Goin' Fishin' Camps 1 and 2, Family Backpacking Camp, Camp Compute, Soccer Camp, Photography Camp, Wilderness Canoe 'Irek, and many more exciting camping opportunities. These camps are scheduled throughout June, July and August.

Science Notes - New Course In Natural History At Iowa Lakeside Laboratory

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

During the summer of 1986, a course in natural history, developed and first taught at the 1985 summer session, will be offered at Iowa Lakeside Laboratory. The course focuses upon the major habitat types in Iowa: prairies, woodlands and wetlands. The objective of the course is to familiarize students with important species, community structure and function, and sampling techniques in each habitat. An experimental component asks students to carry out a research project. The course is taught by Dr. Paul Christiansen, Cornell College, and Dr. Richard Lampe, Buena Vista College, with help from Jean Prior from the Iowa Geological Survey.

Science Notes - National Youth World Of Water Awards, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The National Marine Educators Association (NMEA), a professional organization of educators representing all levels and disciplines of education, in conjunction with the Marine Technology Society, announces the third annual National Youth World of Water Awards.

Science Notes - Workshop On Teaching Astronomy In Grades 3-12, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

"The Universe in the Classroom," a workshop on teaching astronomy in grades 3-12, will be offered as part of the 98th Annual meeting of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific. The meeting will be July 12-14, 1986, on the campus of the University of Colorado, Boulder.

Science Notes - Earth Science Field Program For Teachers June 15 - July 9, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

This program is designed for twenty teachers (elementary, middle or senior high). No previous courses in earth science are required. The staff will pay particular attention to the individual science experiences of the students so that those having little training in geology will feel comfortable working with those who may be at a different level of understanding.

Science Notes - Secondary Student Training Programs, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The University of Iowa is offering three Secondary Student Training Programs (SSTP) in the summer of 1986. The goals of these programs are to supplement the high school curriculum, stimulate student interaction with scientists and educators, facilitate career planning and decision making, provide a smooth transition from high school to college, provide opportunities for enrichment and acceleration in science, and allow students to take an active role in science.

Science Notes - Illustrated Selectory Of Astronomy Materials, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

A 16-page illustrated selectory of materials about astronomy is available from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific. Each listed item was selected for inclusion for its scientific and educational value as well as for its visual appeal. Some items are being made available at a discount rate and many are produced and distributed exclusively by the Astronomical Society of the Pacific.

Science Notes - Teaching For Thinking: Creativity In The Classroom

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Teaching for Thinking: Creativity in the Classroom is a new video series in teaching/professional development designed to help teachers produce more creative student thinking. This new series from the Agency for Instructional Technology, which both explores theory and investigates classroom practice, is aimed at middle-school and high-school teachers of all subjects. Each of the twelve 30-minute programs features an interview with a guest expert and several visits to actual classrooms where master teachers employ specific creativity-enhancing techniques.

Science Notes - Astronomy Resource Guide Available

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

A guide to instructional materials for teaching astronomy has been published by the Astronomy Education Materials Network. The 1985 Astronomy Education Materials Resource Guide is available for $7.50 (includes shipping, handling and postage).

Science Notes - Focus On Excellence Series, Kerisa L. Chung

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The results of the National Science Teachers Association Search for Excellence in Science Education are found in the Focus on Excellence Series. The series identifies and evaluates exemplary science programs, and includes criteria for excellent programs and suggestions for improving science in your school.

Science Calendar

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Editor's Corner - Ias Board Forms New Elementary Science Teaching Section, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Many Iowa science educators and I have been concerned about the limited opportunities for Iowa elementary teachers to become professionally involved in science education at the state level.

Editor's Corner - Letter To The Editor: Image Versus Reality, James J. Hungerford

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

When reading a recent issue of the Kappan, I came across an article which made such significant points that I would like to call them to the attention of Iowa science teachers. Evidence indicates many political and community leaders subscribe to images of reality that have little to do with the available evidence about the nature of public education.

Editor's Corner - Biology Assistant-Editor Position Still Open, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The search for an assistant editor for biology continues. Our past assistant biology editor has moved to Texas.

Index To Volume 22

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Factors That Do Not Separate Effective And Ineffective Science Teachers, Robert E. Yager, Patrick Ibe

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

With only two exceptions, no significant differences are found · the profiles of most effective and least effective teachers. Druva and Anderson (1983) recently reported the results of a meta analysis of significant research in science teacher education. Their findings suggest that most factors believed to impact the teaching performance of science instructors do not, in fact, play a very important role. Despite these findings, many science educators continue to accept the same old assumptions and beliefs concerning what is needed to improve science teacher education programs. As the National Science Foundation expands programs in response to new appropriations and …

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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

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