Teaching Children Science : A Discovery Approach

Abruscato, Joseph

ISBN 10: 0205396879 / ISBN 13: 9780205396870

Published by Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Teaching Children Science : A Discovery Approach
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0205396879
• ISBN 13: 9780205396870
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 6th Edition.
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 2.187 pounds

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Synopsis

Intended for both pre-service and practicing teachers, Teaching Children Science provides elementary science methods, content, and activities using Abruscato's “discovery approach” and presents contemporary ideas in a motivating, engaging writing style that captivates future classroom teachers and enhances his/her instruction in the science classroom.

From the Back Cover

Intended for both pre-service and practicing teachers, Teaching Children Science provides elementary science methods, content, and activities using Abruscato's “discovery approach” presenting contemporary ideas in a motivating, engaging writing style that captivates future classroom teachers and enhances instruction in the science classroom.

New to This Edition:

• With a renewed focus on the NSE content standards, this text provides clear direction of what teachers need to know to be prepared for the classroom.
• Teaches students how to discuss the NSTA position statements on women in science education, multicultural science education, substance use and abuse, and science competitions.
• Discusses the nature, impact, and treatment of bio terror (Ch. 14A).
• Continued strength in pedagogy guides students' springboard into discovery. Features such as “A Look Ahead,” “Go Further,” “Quick Checks,” and “Demonstrations” provide students with tangible suggestions to bring into the classroom.

“This is an excellent resource for future teachers to have during their actual teaching.”
Professor Russell Agne, The University of Vermont

“Dr. Abruscato's writing style appeals to those who aspire to teach science as well as to those who have a desire to teach but are among the many who tend to be science shy.”
Professor Jim Dawson, Rochester College

Author bio:

Dr. Joseph Abruscato received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Trenton State College and his Ph.D. from The Ohio State University. He presently teaches science curriculum and methods courses at the University of Vermont, Burlington. He was inspired by his own teachers to enter the teaching profession and his personal experience as a teacher has enhanced his professional work as a teacher educator. Dr. Abruscato has presented hundreds of speeches and workshops across the United States and Canada and has published a variety of science books for children and teachers including Teaching Children Science and Whizbangers and Wonderments.

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