Using data in questionnaire responses from large research and development organizations, Niosi (administration, L'UniversitT de QuTbec s MontrTal) looks at the history and current status of Canadian r
Produced under the direction of a committee of the Center for Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Education, this guide for teachers attempts to provide an understanding of the concept of teaching "
Why are Popsicles softer than ice? What makes bananas turn brown? Why does the Moon seem to change shape? How do whales use sound to "see"? Figure out the answers for yourself with these totally cool
The Ph.D. Process offers the essential guidance that students in the biological and physical sciences need to get the most out of their years in graduate school. Drawing upon the insights of numerous
Santiago Ramon y Cajal was a mythic figure in science. Hailed as the father of modernanatomy and neurobiology, he was largely responsible for the modern conception of the brain. Hisgroundbreaking work
Technology, a product of science, is pushing against the linear boundaries of traditional storytelling. Moving in the direction of multiform stories and digital formats takes literacy well beyond the
A reprinting of Elsasser's book first published in 1987 (Editions ORBIS Publishing, Frelighsburg, Quebec), with two new introductory pieces that place the work in context and detail the author's contr
Science and math concepts are embedded in the things children do every day. With this book, children learn the how, the why and the what happens next with these open-ended, self-directed activities. E
Illustrated by Frances Zweifel This companion to the popular 365 Simple Science Experiments fills a whole new year with fun, easy and educational hands-on experiments. Kids will learn basic scientific
This unique resource offers activities in earth, life, and physical science as well as science inquiry and technology. The Grades 6-12 level book provides labs on life, physical, and earth science as
Do fish close their eyes? Can you hold your breath longer than a whale? How is sand made? Why do we hear the ocean in empty seashells? Surf's up for fantastic science fun with these quick
Global science education is a reality at the end of the 20th century - albeit an uneven reality - because of tremendous technological and economic pressures. Unfortunately, this reality is rarely exam
Takes a case study of a recent major attempt to change high school science to accuse modernistic explanations of curriculum change of barrenness. Then looks at the same case through the lens of Foucau
Make glow-in-the-dark stars! Learn how an Etch-A-SketchR(r) erases pictures! Create a kaleidoscope from your toys! Discover why a SlinkyR(r) slinks down stairs! Experience the science of
Tomorrow's Professor is designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed at academic careers in science and engineering. It looks at the full range of North American four-year academic institutions
Illustrated by Frances Zweifel. The fundamentals of science are brought to life in a year's worth of fun and educational hands-on experiments that can be performed easily and inexpensively at home.
