Enhancing Science Learning through Learning Experiences outside School (LEOS): How to Learn Better during Visits to Museums, Science Centers, and Science Fieldtrips - Softcover

Coll, Sandhya Devi; Coll, Richard K.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9004411755 ISBN 13: 9789004411753

Publisher: Brill, 2019

Synopsis

The authors provide practical, research-informed, guidelines and detailed lesson plans that improve learning of chemical, physical, biological, and Earth & space sciences. The context for learning is the myriad of exciting opportunities provided by informal science institutions such as zoos, museums, space centers and the outdoors. Many such institutions seek to educate the public and inspire budding scientists. Visits outside school help students relate science to everyday life, providing strong motivation to learn science for all abilities. This book shows the key to making such visits effective, is when they are linked to classroom learning using a learning management system, drawing upon modern students’ fascination with digital technologies and mobile devices.

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About the Author

Sandhya Devi Coll, Ph.D., works for the World Health Organization as a Technical Officer, promoting national health education. She is a passionate and highly experienced secondary school science teacher. Her research focusses on innovative use of digital technologies to enhance learning outside schools.

Richard K. Coll, Ph.D., Sc.Ed.D., is Deputy Vice-Chancellor - Education at The University of the South Pacific. He has authored more than 250 scholarly articles. His research focusses on cooperative and science education.

Edition details

• Publisher: Brill
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9004411755
• ISBN 13: 9789004411753
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 126