Writing and Learning in the Science Classroom (Science & Technology Education Library)

Carolyn S. Wallace/ Brian Hand/ Vaughan Prain

ISBN 10: 1402020171 / ISBN 13: 9781402020179

Published by Kluwer Academic Pub, 2004

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1st edition. 150 pages. 9.50x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Writing and Learning in the Science Classroom (Science & Technology Education Library)
• Publisher: Kluwer Academic Pub
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1402020171
• ISBN 13: 9781402020179
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.44 kilograms

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Synopsis

This volume is of interest to science educators, graduate students, and classroom teachers. The book will also be an important addition to any scholarly library focusing on science education, science literacy, and writing.
This book is unique in that it synthesizes the research of the three leading researchers in the field of writing to learn science: Carolyn S. Wallace, Brian Hand, and Vaughan Prain. It includes a comprehensive review of salient literature in the field, detailed reports of the authors' own research studies, and current and future issues on writing in science.
The book is the first to definitely answer the question, "Does writing improve science learning?". Further, it provides evidence for some of the mechanisms through which learning occurs. It combines both theory and practice in a unique way. Although primarily a tool for research, classroom teachers will also find many practical suggestions for using writing in the science classroom.