This is the quintessential science book designed to introduce future teachers to science instruction through inquiry. Infused with the philosophical intent of the National Science Education Standards, it includes the theory behind knowledge construction, the how-tos of knowledge acquisition, and questioning strategies that promote inquiry. It is overflowing with practical and meaningful activities, information, inquiries, strategies, and lessons. Chapter topics include questioning and responding to guide children's inquiry, designing effective science lessons, assessing science learning and teaching, connecting science with other subjects, science experiences for all children, and educational technology and the science curriculum. The activities discussed involve physical science; life, ecology, and environmental science; earth and space science; and inquiry science activities for students with special needs. For elementary school science teachers.

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Infused with the philosophical intent of the National Science Education Standards, the ninth edition of Teaching Science as Inquiry includes the theory behind knowledge construction, the how-tos of knowledge acquisition, and questioning strategies that promote inquiry.

Features of the ninth edition include:

New chapter on tools for inquiry.
Ten Video Case Studies illustrate resources and strategies classroom teachers use as they strive to become better science teachers.
Integrated multimedia package:
For professors: Three free videos from the Annenberg/CPB math and science series. Video cases illustrate professional practice in science education, exemplify the ongoing, reflective process teachers engage in to assess the effectiveness of their instruction, and model science inquiry in classrooms.

For students

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