Engaging Children in Science

Howe, Ann C.; Jones, Linda

ISBN 10: 0135983436 / ISBN 13: 9780135983430

Published by Prentice Hall, 1997

About this Item

The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.

Seller Inventory # BSM.12X98

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Engaging Children in Science
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0135983436
• ISBN 13: 9780135983430
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

About this title

Synopsis

A guide to an activity-based course in science teaching methods for both pre-service and in-service teachers. Material is presented in the from of an extended interaction between a new and an experienced teacher. Lays out the theoretical foundation for constructivism, and covers recent ideas on inclusion, classroom management, thematic unit planning, and teacher expectations as they are applied to science teaching. Provides plans for science lessons, with separate chapters for primary and intermediate grades and group and individual investigations. This second edition ties lessons to new national standards, and shows how to use computers as tools for inquiry. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

From the Back Cover

The authors present a streamlined, manageable selection of topics, resulting in a methods book that is both theoretical and practical in approach. This Second Edition traces important developments in science education over the past five years. This book translates theory, research and current recommendations of leaders in science education into a practical guide to elementary science teaching methods.