This study aims to present an effective basic material and data . for the future earth science education by examining the present condition of scientific laboratory and observation unit of earth science test books. The method used in this study is based on the questionnaire obtained from the earth science teachers throughout the nation and an analysis of reference material related. The main subject of this study is the basic qualification of earth science teacher, the present condition of laboratory equipment, the status of scientific experiment and the problems of earth science experiment kits. Based on the above investigations, suggestions are presented for future earth science education: (1) The laboratory and observation education should be more emphasised than lecture. (2) A team should consists of 10 students at laboratory. (3) It is in urgent need to publish a laboratory manual for the student. (4) Well designed laboratory equipments and good quality kits of reasonable price should be supplied.

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