Sensemaking in Elementary Science (Teaching and Learning in Science Series)

ISBN 10: 1138386952 / ISBN 13: 9781138386952

Published by Routledge, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Sensemaking in Elementary Science (Teaching and Learning in Science Series)
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138386952
• ISBN 13: 9781138386952
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Grounded in empirical research, this book offers concrete pathways to direct attention towards elementary science teaching that privileges sensemaking, rather than isolated activities and vocabulary. Outlining a clear vision for this shift using research-backed tools, pedagogies, and practices to support teacher learning and development, this edited volume reveals how teachers can best engage in teaching that supports meaningful learning and understanding in elementary science classrooms.

Divided into three sections, this book demonstrates the skills, knowledge bases, and research-driven practices necessary to make a fundamental shift towards a focus on students’ ideas and reasoning, and covers topics such as:

• An introduction to sensemaking in elementary science;
• Positioning students at the center of sensemaking;
• Planning and enacting investigation-based science discussions;
• Designing a practice-based elementary teacher education program;
• Reflections on science teacher education and professional development for reform-based elementary science.

In line with current reform efforts, including the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Sensemaking in Elementary Science is the perfect resource for graduate students and researchers in science education, elementary education, teacher education, and STEM education looking to explore effective practice, approaches, and development within the elementary science classroom.

About the Author

Elizabeth A. Davis is Professor of Science Education at University of Michigan, USA.

Carla Zembal-Saul is the Kahn Professor of STEM Education at The Pennsylvania State University, USA.

Sylvie M. Kademian is Lecturer of Science Education at University of Michigan, USA.