Science Teaching/Science Learning: Constructivist Learning in Urban Classrooms (Ways of Knowing in Science and Mathematics Series) - Softcover

Harcombe, Elnora S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0807740330 ISBN 13: 9780807740330

Publisher: Teachers College Press, 2001

Synopsis

Science Teaching/Science Learning, based on a model professional development program, gives powerful proof that urban teachers can ignite curiosity and promote deep understanding in children when provided with the necessary intellectual infrastructure―including a complex balance of increased science knowledge, a safe environment for professional experimentation, and a long-term interaction with colleagues. The ensuing invigoration and renewed dedication of program participants belies the inevitability of the projected national science teacher shortage. Harcombe breaks new ground demonstrating that when professional teacher development is based on constructivist learning theory and framed in the knowledge domain of the sciences, it empowers teachers to dramatically change what they know, how they teach, and what their students learn.

About this title

About the Author

Elnora S. Harcombe, neurophysiologist, directs the Model Science Laboratory Project. She serves as associate director of the Rice University Center for Education .

Edition details

• Publisher: Teachers College Press
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0807740330
• ISBN 13: 9780807740330
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224