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ArchivesTalking about Quality: Taxes and TeachingBy Jon Greenberg on Thursday, August 30, 2001.This week, we've been hearing excerpts from a roundtable discussion with teachers and NHPR's Jon Greenberg. Earlier this week, we heard their thoughts on standardized testing, the role of business and the increasing complexity of teaching methods. Read more and give your thoughts at the Quality Schools link. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
DNA EvidenceBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, August 30, 2001.More and more people are being released from prison-even death row-because DNA evidence has allowed them to prove their innocence. This is just one example of how DNA is changing the criminal justice system. Laura talks with Franklin Pierce Law Center professor Buzz Scherr www.fplc.edu and Rockingham County Attorney Jim Reams http://co.rockingham.nh.us about the role of DNA evidence in the courts. This is a rebroadcast of an earlier program. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Two Childrens' Writers on Bogmen and FairiesBy John Walters on Thursday, August 30, 2001.Janet Buell is creator of the "Time Travelers" series, about archeological investigations into mummies, cadavers, and other ancient mysteries. And Tracy Kane writes about fairy houses, helping younger children experience the wonder of nature. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Scientists Seek Ways to Clean Up BedrockBy Trish Anderton on Thursday, August 30, 2001.Scientists at the University of New Hampshire are experimenting with ways to clean up contaminated bedrock using micro-organisms. The research could be key to cleaning up chemicals such as chlorinated solvents that threaten the water supply. UNH?s Nancy Kinner told NHPR?s Trish Anderton part of the challenge is finding the pollutants. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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