Talking Sense in Science : Helping Children Understand Through Talk

Newton, Douglas, Newton, Douglas P.

ISBN 10: 0415253519 / ISBN 13: 9780415253512

Published by Taylor & Francis Group, 2001

About this Item

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Talking Sense in Science : Helping Children Understand Through Talk
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415253519
• ISBN 13: 9780415253512
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 0.549 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

Talking Sense in Science is a highly practical guide to getting the most out of primary science lessons through talking with children. This clearly written and straightforward book helps teachers to support understanding by developing their own interaction in the classroom. Each idea is described, illustrated and followed by a short task to develop teaching skills. This book looks at ways of understanding in science, and scientific language as well as how talk can support practical activities. Douglas Newton also addresses the ideas of what to say, when to say it and how to say it, with a view to developing understanding through science conversation. Examples given in the book span the range of primary school science topics, and provide an ideal sourcebook for lesson ideas. Talking Sense in Science is an essential buy for primary teachers who want an accessible way to improve their practice and their pupils' understanding in science. It is also an ideal learning tool for student teachers.

About the Author

Douglas Newton is Director of Teaching for Understanding at the University of Newcastle. He has written many books on science education, including co-authoring Coordinating Science Across the Primary School (1969 saes since 1998: £18321 revenue)