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Teaching Constructivist Science, K-8
Nurturing Natural Investigators in the Standards-Based Classroom
First Edition
- Michael L. Bentley - University of Tennessee, USA
- Edward S. Ebert II - Coker College, USA
- Christine Ebert - University of South Carolina, USA
April 2007 | 248 pages | Corwin
Designed for use in primary schools, these original activities will enrich teaching and learning in science by connecting constructivist theory and practical lesson planning and teaching.
The book includes a resource list provides guide for building a science friendly environment in the school, and strategies to support special education students and those with additional learning needs are provided.
List of Figures
List of Tables
List of Activities
About the Authors
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I. Foundations for Teaching Science
1. The World of the Scientist and the Nature of Science
2. The Content of K-8 Science
3. Characteristics of the Science Learner: Development in Childhood and Adolescence
Part II. Teaching Children Science: Approaches and Strategies
4. Developing the Classroom Curriculum
5. Engaging Students in Inquiry: Skills and Investigative Techniques
6. Designing Science Lessons for All: Differentiating Instruction
7. Making Real-World Connections
Part III. Planning, Management, Assessment, and Resources
8. Nuts and Bolts: Organizing and Managing the Classroom for Inquiry
9. Assessment and Evaluation
10. A Compendium of Resources
A Professional Development Bibliography
References
Index
This book is a great price for our students and for the resources it includes I appreciate the sections on the Nature of Science, the websites at the back, as well as practical tips for classrooms. The students like the flow of the book and appreciate how clearly explained the 7E format is throughout.
Curriculum Instruction Dept, University of North Carolina - Greensboro
October 18, 2010
