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For undergraduate level courses in elementary science methods.
Teaching Science Through Inquiry-Based Instruction provides theory and practical advice for elementary and middle school teachers to help their students learn science. Written at a time of substantive change in science education, this book deals both with what’s currently happening and what’s expected in science classes in elementary and middle schools. Readers explore the nature of science, its importance in today’s world, trends in science education, and national science standards.
The Thirteenth Edition is expanded to include information about the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Performance Expectations for all elementary grade-level activities as well as the National Science Education Standards (NSES). Additionally, the book strives to present manageable ways to successfully bring inquiry into the science classroom by relating A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas and the 5E Instructional Model. Each chapter ends with suggested discussion questions and professional practice activities to encourage reflection and extend learning. New NGSS-aligned classroom activities provide examples of instruction that interweave the three dimensions of science.
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Table of Contents:
Science and Science Education
Getting Ready for Inquiry Instruction
Creating a Positive Classroom Environment
Learning Science with Understanding
Engaging in Inquiry-Based Instruction and Using the 5-E Model
Effective Questioning
Assessing Science Learning
Using Technology Tools and Resources for Science Learning
Connecting Science with Other Subjects
Making Science Accessible for All Learners
Appendix A: Science Process Skills
Activities Intro
Activities Section 1: Physical Science Activities
Activities Section 2: Life Science Activities
Activities Section 3: Earth and Space Science Activities
Activities Section 4: Engineering Design Activities
