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Test 946: David Brown 880 Selectamatic (Diesel), Nebraska Tractor Test Lab

Nebraska Tractor Tests

EXPLANATION OF TEST REPORT GENERAL CONDITIONS East tractor is a production model equipped for common usage. Power consuming accessories can be disconnected only when it is convenient for the operator to do so in practice. Additional weight can be added as ballast if the manufacturer regularly supplies it for sale. The static tire loads and the inflation pressures muse conform to recommendations in the Tire Standards published by the Society of Automotive Engineers. PREPARATION FOR PERFORMANCE RUNS The engine crank case is drained and refilled with a measured amount of new oil conforming to specifications in the operator’s manual. The …

Test 949: Massey-Ferguson Mf 130 (Diesel), Nebraska Tractor Test Lab

Nebraska Tractor Tests

EXPLANATION OF TEST REPORT GENERAL CONDITIONS East tractor is a production model equipped for common usage. Power consuming accessories can be disconnected only when it is convenient for the operator to do so in practice. Additional weight can be added as ballast if the manufacturer regularly supplies it for sale. The static tire loads and the inflation pressures muse conform to recommendations in the Tire Standards published by the Society of Automotive Engineers. PREPARATION FOR PERFORMANCE RUNS The engine crank case is drained and refilled with a measured amount of new oil conforming to specifications in the operator’s manual. The …

Test 947: John Deere 5020 Diesel, Nebraska Tractor Test Lab

Nebraska Tractor Tests

No abstract provided.

A Historical Study Of The Selah And Moxee Irrigation District, Alfred C. Moss

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this historical study is formally: (1) to recognize the development of the Selah and Moxee Irrigation District; (2) to show the importance of water to the East Selah and Moxee valleys; (3) to show the enterprise and struggle of the people of the East Selah and Moxee valleys in bringing the water to their lands; and (4) to show the Selah and Moxee Irrigation District's independent operation, yet dependency on the Yakima Project for storage water.

The Ecology Of Aplodontia Rufa In King And Snohomish Counties, Washington, Richard A. Martin

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to investigate some aspects of the ecology of Aplodontia rufa in greater detail than in previously published accounts. I have concentrated my investigation on the areas of reproductive activity and burrowing habits, but will comment on other aspects of their ecology when pertinent. I have also attempted to correlate this material with studies done in other areas of the range.

A Technique For Teaching Science In The Junior High School, Thomas S. Harro

Masters Theses

Chapter I

The Problem and Its Background

The Problem

The current era is called the Space Age -- a time of phenomenal scientific progress. Accordingly, improvements in science programs at all levels of education are being urged and promoted on all sides. Federal grants are offered to motivate science teachers to improve their training; federal funds are available to aid school systems in the purchase of scientific equipment; and capable high-school and college students are urged to choose careers in the sciences.

An Audiovisual Program: The Selection, Utilization And Evaluation Of Audiovisual Materials For The Morgan Junior High School Seventh Grade Physical Science Program, William S. Craig

All Master's Theses

Through this study the writer will attempt to: (1) identify and investigate the current standards of an effective audiovisual program; (2) identify and evaluate the rationale which can be used in determining the basis for the utilization of audiovisual materials in the field of science education; (3) use this rationale as a basis for selecting appropriate audiovisual materials for the seventh grade physical science curriculum in Morgan Junior High School; and (4) develop recommendations concerning the utilization of audiovisual materials in the science curriculum at Morgan Junior High School in Ellensburg, Washington.

An Analysis Of Selected Science Curriculum Guides, Juanita S. Ellison

Graduate Student Research Papers

This study is an analysis of six science programs for the primary grades by examination of the guides. The guides have been studied; first, for rationale--the reason given for the guide; second, for the content--what is being taught and at what grade level; and third, for the processes used in teaching. The guides are: 1. Madison Public Schools, Guide to Teaching Science, 1960. 2. Richland Public Schools, Teaching Science in the Elementary, 1966. 3. Pomona Unified School, Primary Science Guide, 1962. 4. Seattle Public Schools, Science Source Book, Book I, II, and III, 1962-64. 5. American Association for Advancement of …

An Investigation Of The Group And Some Simple Algebraic Systems, Helen Kelly Schaal

All Master's Theses

Most algebraic systems commonly studied have two operations; namely, addition and multiplication. The purpose of this thesis was to study an important class of systems in which there is only one operation.

An Enrichment Program In Science For Gifted Children In Grades One And Two, Margery Alice Skeen

All Master's Theses

This paper is a review of the literature and presents a number of suggested concepts that could serve as an enrichment program in science for the gifted child in grades one and two.

Department Of Entomology Newsletter - No. 2, 1966, D. W. Ribble

Hexapod Herald and Other Entomology Department Newsletters

Lawrence Bruner - Pioneer Nebraska Entomologist

Bruner Entomology Club

New Department Facilities

Staff: Lloyd W. Andersen, Nina Jeffrey, Aline N. Bare, Esther A. Schock, Calvin M. Jones, Robert E. Roselle, Roscoe E. Hill, Arthur F. Hagen, Kenneth P. Pruess, Terrance L. Dukes, Ahmed M. Kadoum, S. Dean Kindler, Robert Staples, Harold J. Ball, Donald E. Lawson, Gerald T. Weekman, George R. Manglitz, John F. Hermanussen, Walter R. Akeson, Henry Stevens, Johnny M. Perdue, James M. Schalk, Warren T. At yeo, J erold H. L. Bell, Jon J. Rhine

Graduate Students: Khogali Ahmed, David L. Keith, J. Derril Munson, Saad Elfaki, …

Iowa Junior Academy Of Science: The Thirty-Fourth Convention, April 15 And 16, 1966, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

No abstract provided.

Open Letter From The Chairman Of Science Talent Search, Joe D. Woods

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

In 1947 the Iowa Science Talent Search Committee of the Iowa Academy of Science was organized under the leadership of Dr. F. E. Brown, to seek out promising young science students, and encourage them. Science Clubs of America had been encouraging the formation of state science talent searches since 1942. The Iowa Committee and thirty-four other states also conduct searches in cooperation with Science Clubs of America.

Cover - Journal Staff; Journal Information; Academy Officers; Ists Officers

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.

Academic Freedom For High School Students, Donald Schmidt

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

To make an attempt to find out what the effects of a little more academic freedom might have on some students, the following study was conducted.

An Introductory Course In Summer Field Biology, Virginia Jeffries

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

For more than a quarter of a century, the writer has been sharing science experiences in field biology with students - kindergarten through grade twelve - in the public schools of Iowa. This experience in teaching science to a wide variety of age groups, together with observations of student interests in science over the years have led the writer to believe as do Benton and Werner in their book Principles of Field Biology and Ecology when they say that "The world of nature is too great to encompass in a single book or a single lifetime; but no study is …

Representative To Umrel; Board Of Directors Meet

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

President Chellevold has appointed Dr. Robert Yager to continue as the representative of the Academy on the Iowa Council for the Upper Midwest Regional Educational Laboratory.

Board Of Directors Meet

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The fall meeting of the Academy’s Board of Directors occurred on November 5 in Iowa City.

A Regional Bscs Conference

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Plans are being formulated for a Regional Meeting of the National Association of Biology Teachers.

In-Science Training For Bscs Special Materials

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

A program for in-service training in the use of B.S.C.S, Special Materials is to be offered.

Review - An Introduction To Modern Chemistry

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

This is a 206 page paperback giving an excellent introduction to modern chemistry for those who presently have a general background in chemistry and physics.

Review - The Metaphysical Foundations Of Modern Physical Science

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

This modern classic in the philosophy of science describes and analyzes the greatest revolution in the history of Western thought - the shift from the medieval to the modern view of man's place in the universe.

Regional Director Active

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

For the first time in the history of ISTS, regional directors were in attendance at the fall board meeting of ISTS.

News And Notes - Ists Business

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

All minutes of ISTS executive meetings and meeting of the board of directors will be mailed to the members of this section only.

News And Notes - More Articles Needed From All Members Of The Academy

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The IST Journal is intended to be a Journal for all teaching levels. We will welcome more contributions from the elementary teachers and especially the college teachers.

News And Notes - Ists Members

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

All persons wishing to be a member of the Science Teaching Section should contact Mr. Robert Cook, Science Education, University of Iowa, with such a request.

News And Notes - Fall Meeting A Success

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Mr. Tom Scott of Des Moines Roosevelt is to be congratulated for a fine fall program.

Introducing The Ijas Officers

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Valeri Halverson, President; Michael O'Banion, Treasurer; Linda Weiss, Secretary; and Larry Williams, Vice-President.

Application For Membership; Back Cover

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.

Table Of Contents

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

No abstract provided.