The third edition of Engaging Children in Science maintains its inquiry-based constructivist approach while bringing fresh insights and updated material based on current research and best practice. In simple terms, this text explains the use of constructivism, inquiry-based instruction, authentic assessment, and identifying misconceptions in today's science classrooms. Illustrative examples translate these ideas into successful classroom practice that encourages pupils to become independent learners.

• NEW - A new chapter engages readers in a series of investigations.

  • Enables students to experience inquiry-based methods and strategies advocated in the text. Ex.___

• NEW - New chapter focuses on creating an inclusive classroom.

  • Prepares students to teach science with sensitivity and fairness to girls and boys, children of all races and ethnicities, and children with exceptionalities. Ex.___

• NEW - Chapter on assessment—Expands coverage of authentic assessment, alternative assessment, rubrics, concept mapping and the integration of assessment and instruction.

  • Provides coverage of all current assessment models. Ex.___

• Completely rewritten chapter on using computers.

  • Distinguishes learning with computers vs. learning from computers. Ex.___

• Coverage of how to implement the recommendations of the National Science Education Standards (NSES).

  • Prepares students to understand and apply standards-based science education. Ex.___

• All investigations and activities are standards-based.

  • Develops concepts identified in the National Science Education Standards. Ex.___

• A new chapter engages readers in a series of investigations.

  • Enables students to experience inquiry-based methods and strategies advocated in the text. Ex.___

• New chapter focuses on creating an inclusive classroom.

  • Prepares students to teach science with sensitivity and fairness to girls and boys, children of all races and ethnicities, and children with exceptionalities. Ex.___

• Chapter on assessment—Expands coverage of authentic assessment, alternative assessment, rubrics, concept mapping and the integration of assessment and instruction.

  • Provides coverage of all current assessment models. Ex.___

I. A FRAMEWORK FOR TEACHING SCIENCE.

II. FOCUSING ON INSTRUCTION.

III. CREATING AN INCLUSIVE SCIENCE PROGRAM.

Science Methods (Middle School)  [AOD TITLES]   (Curriculum & Instruction)
Science Methods (Elementary)  [AOD TITLES]   (Curriculum & Instruction)

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