An Introduction to Research and Development. The Wisconsin Guide to Local Curriculum Improvement in Industrial Education, K-12.

The field tested instructional package introduces the student to industrial research and development. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a media section, suggested classroom activities, and student evaluation materials, as well as the basic information section. Included is a working definition of research and development. The five steps of the scientific method of research and development are listed and explained along with six traits of a creative thinker. The package explains the role of research and development as used by industry to produce goods and services. (Author/MW)