Education

For undergraduate or graduate level Science Methods in Elementary School courses.

The third edition of Engaging Children in Science maintains its inquiry-based constructivist approach while bringing fresh insights and updated material based on current research and best practice. In simple terms, this text explains the use of constructivism, inquiry-based instruction, authentic assessment, and identifying misconceptions in today's science classrooms. Illustrative examples translate these ideas into successful classroom practice that encourages pupils to become independent learners.

• NEW - A new chapter engages readers in a series of investigations.

  • Enables students to experience inquiry-based methods and strategies advocated in the text. Ex.___

• NEW - New chapter focuses on creating an inclusive classroom.

  • Prepares students to teach science with sensitivity and fairness to girls and boys, children of all races and ethnicities, and children with exceptionalities. Ex.___

• NEW - Chapter on assessment—Expands coverage of authentic assessment, alternative assessment, rubrics, concept mapping and the integration of assessment and instruction.

  • Provides coverage of all current assessment models. Ex.___

• Completely rewritten chapter on using computers.

  • Distinguishes learning with computers vs. learning from computers. Ex.___

• Coverage of how to implement the recommendations of the National Science Education Standards (NSES).

  • Prepares students to understand and apply standards-based science education. Ex.___

• All investigations and activities are standards-based.

  • Develops concepts identified in the National Science Education Standards. Ex.___

• A new chapter engages readers in a series of investigations.

  • Enables students to experience inquiry-based methods and strategies advocated in the text. Ex.___

• New chapter focuses on creating an inclusive classroom.

  • Prepares students to teach science with sensitivity and fairness to girls and boys, children of all races and ethnicities, and children with exceptionalities. Ex.___

• Chapter on assessment—Expands coverage of authentic assessment, alternative assessment, rubrics, concept mapping and the integration of assessment and instruction.

  • Provides coverage of all current assessment models. Ex.___

I. A FRAMEWORK FOR TEACHING SCIENCE.

II. FOCUSING ON INSTRUCTION.

III. CREATING AN INCLUSIVE SCIENCE PROGRAM.

Science Methods (Elementary)  [AOD TITLES]   (Curriculum & Instruction)
Science Methods (Middle School)  [AOD TITLES]   (Curriculum & Instruction)

Science Cluster Website
Prentice Hall
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 013031126X | ISBN-13: 9780130311269
URL:  http://www.prenhall.com/science-cluster

Allyn & Bacon Digital Media Archive CD-ROM for Education, 2001 Edition
Allyn & Bacon
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | CD-ROM Only | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205319602 | ISBN-13: 9780205319602
URL:  http://www.ablongman.com/dma

Classroom Management Video
Bateman & Herrell
©2015 | Allyn & Bacon | Video | Estimated Availability : 08/31/2014
ISBN-10: 0130840491 | ISBN-13: 9780130840493

CourseCompass (5.0) Instructor Quick Start Guide
Allyn & Bacon & Longman
©2007 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205531709 | ISBN-13: 9780205531707

Models for Teaching Elementary Social Studies Video
Parker
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | Video | Out of Stock
ISBN-10: 0130289507 | ISBN-13: 9780130289506

Responding to Hate at School: A Guide for Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators
Southern Poverty Law Center
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0130284580 | ISBN-13: 9780130284587

Science Cluster Website
Prentice Hall
©2001 | Allyn & Bacon | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 013031126X | ISBN-13: 9780130311269
URL:  http://www.prenhall.com/science-cluster

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