Always Learning

Essentials of Elementary Science, (Part of the Essentials of Classroom Teaching Series), 3/E
Daniel C. Dobey, SUNY, Fredonia
Robert J. Beichner, North Carolina State University, Raleigh
with Michael E. Jabot, SUNY, Fredonia

ISBN-10: 0205402658
ISBN-13:  9780205402656

Publisher:  Allyn & Bacon
Copyright:  2004
Format:  Paper; 240 pp
Published:  06/24/2003
Status: Instock


Customers outside the U.S., click here.


Print this content

In this section:


Description

Essentials of Elementary Science presents pertinent research, valued classroom methodology, and current practice in teaching elementary science at a length, format, and price perfect for the undergraduate course in science methods.

It is ideal for “block” courses where more than one content area's methods are taught, or for general methods courses where the instructor would like more coverage of specific subjects.


Features

  • Offers a hands-on, practical, problem-solving approach to teaching science.
  • Features realistic classroom cases that connect science with human thought in action, scientific inquiry and values, and new technology.
  • Includes Web site listings in each chapter and information on using technology.
  • Part of The Essentials series, which also includes:

    • Essentials of Elementary Social Studies, 3/e, by Turner (ISBN: 0-205-40266-6)

    • Essentials of Elementary Language Arts, 2/e, by Wood (ISBN: 0-205-28033-1)

    • Essentials of Elementary Reading, 2/e, by Graves et al (ISBN: 0-205-28034-X)


New To This Edition

  • A new Chapter 1 includes sections on the National Science Education Standards (NSES) and elementary science teaching.
  • New, updated Practical Resources, References from Research, and Websites in every chapter, to accompany the teaching vignettes and special education slant featured in the Second Edition.
  • Completely redone sections on “Piaget and Elementary Science Teaching,” “Misconceptions,” and “The Learning Cycle.”
  • Completely new, expanded sections on “Science and Reading” and “Evaluating Science Learning.”
  • Brand new chapter on integrating technology into today's classroom includes information on productivity software, CD-ROMs, Videodiscs and DVDs, Microcomputer-based labs, and using the World Wide Web! (Ch. 5)
  • Chapters featuring new information on misconceptions and connections to the NSES Content Standards as well as new sections on understanding current events and Earth Day (Chs. 6-10).


Table of Contents



Preface.


Prologue.


1. The National Science Education Standards and Today's Elementary Science Classroom.

National Science Education Standards.

Observing the Problems Approach to Science Teaching in Action.

What Is Science? Who Is a Scientist?

Science Activity to Try: Autumn Splendor: Leaves.

Principles of Teaching Elementary School Science.



2. The Learner.

What Children Think About Science and Scientists.

How Children Learn Science.



3. The Teacher.

Why Teachers Fear Science.

Science Activity to Try: Batteries and Bulbs.

Organizational Patterns.

Planning for Group Instruction.

Using Instructional Materials.

Science and Reading

Science and the Special Student.

Evaluating Science Learning.



4. The Science Program.

Some Science Program Philosophies.

Is There a Best Approach?

Programs for the 21st Century.

Integrating Science with other Subjects.



5. Integrating Technology into Today's Elementary Science Classroom.

Teacher Laboratory.

Using the Tools.

Using the World Wide Web.



6. Teaching Children About Themselves, Plants, and Animals.

Being Receptive to Student Questions.

The Human Body.

Plants.

Science Activity to Try: Seed Dispersal.

Animals.

Science Activity to Try: Owl Pellets.

Interrelationships.



7. Teaching Children About the Earth and the Universe.

Earth Science—A “Natural” Topic.

The Earth.

Science Activity to Try: Rain Clouds.

The Universe.

Science Activity to Try: Scale the Solar System.



8. Teaching Children About Heat, Light, and Sound.

Heat.

Science Activity to Try: Hot, Cold, Fast, and Slow Moving Molecules.

Light.

Science Activity to Try: Mixing Colors.

Sound.



9. Teaching Children About Machines, Magnetism, and Electricity.

Machines.

Magnetism.

Science Activity to Try: Mysterious Magnetism.

Electricity.



10. Science in the Community and Everyday Life.

Understanding Current Events.

Energy Concerns.

Dealing with Pollution.

Science Activity to Try: Plastics in Our World.

Earth Day

Learning to Make Wise Decisions.

Seeing Science in the World Around Them.



Index.



Back to top

Print this content

In this section:


Backcover Copy

Essentials of Elementary Science, 3e

The Third Edition of Essentials of Elementary Science presents pertinent research, valued classroom methodology, and current practice in teaching elementary science at a length, format, and price perfect for the undergraduate student. This text is known for its hands-on, practical, problem-oriented approach to teaching science. The authors pride themselves on offering a hands- on practical approach that students can really grasp. Features such as realistic classroom cases connect science with human thought in action and clearly demonstrate the importance of scientific inquiry and new technology to your students.

The Essentials Series also includes:

  • Essentials of Elementary Mathematics, 2/e, by Riedesel/Schwartz (ISBN: 0-205-28750-6)
  • Essentials of Elementary Social Studies, 2/e, by Turner (ISBN: 0-205-28035-8)
  • Essentials of Elementary Language Arts, 2/e, by Wood (ISBN: 0-205-28033-1)
  • Essentials of Educational Technology, 1/e, by Schwartz/Beichner (ISBN: 0-205-27700-4)
  • Essentials of Elementary Reading, 2/e, by Graves et al (ISBN: 0-205-28034-X)
Author Bios

Dr. Daniel C. Dobey is professor of science education at the State University of New York at Fredonia. He is a SUNY Chancellor's Award Winner for Excellence in Teaching. He is a former elementary, middle and high school science teacher. He now teaches elementary and middle school science education courses at the college level and provides in-service science education to teachers of all levels.

Robert J. Beichner is an Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor at North Carolina State University. He conducts research into the teaching and learning of physics. He is currently focusing his attention on active learning environments and instructional technology.

Michael Jabot is an Assistant Professor of Science Education at the State University of New York at Fredonia. Prior to coming to SUNY Fredonia, he was a high school physics teacher and Professional Development specialist for 15 years.

Back to top

Print this content

Give your students a choice! PearsonChoices products are designed to give your students more value and flexibility by letting them choose from a variety of text and media formats to best match their learning style and their budget.

Pearson Higher Education offers special pricing when you choose to package your text with other student resources. If you're interested in creating a cost-saving package for your students, see the Packages Tab.

  • Essentials of Elementary Science, (Part of the Essentials of Classroom Teaching Series), 3/E
    Dobey, Beichner & Jabot
    ©2004  |  Allyn & Bacon  |  Paper; 240 pp  |  Instock
    ISBN-10: 0205402658  |  ISBN-13: 9780205402656
    Brief Description  |  More Info


Back to top

Print this content

This product is a member of the following series. Click on the series name to see the full list of products in the series.

Back to top

Log in to the Instructor Resource Center

Login name: 

  Password: 

Forgot login/password?  |  Need to redeem an access code?

        

Instructor Resource Center File Download

This work is protected by local and international copyright laws and is provided solely for the use of instructors in teaching their courses and assessing student learning. Dissemination or sale of any part of this work (including on the World Wide Web) will destroy the integrity of the work and is not permitted. The work and materials from this site should never be made available to students except by instructors using the accompanying text in their classes. All recipients of this work are expected to abide by these restrictions and to honor the intended pedagogical purposes and the needs of other instructors who rely on these materials.

Cancel     I accept, proceed with download

Print this content

Pearson Higher Education offers special pricing when you choose to package your text with other student resources. If you're interested in creating a cost-saving package for your students, browse our available packages below, or contact your Pearson Higher Education representative to create your own package.

Package ISBN-10: 0132793865 | ISBN-13: 9780132793865
©2009 | Instock
Suggested retail price: $76.07  Buy from myPearsonStore

This package contains:

Dobey, Beichner & Jabot | ©2004 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 240 pp
Pearson | ©2009 | Allyn & Bacon | Access Code Card


Package ISBN-10: 0205461689 | ISBN-13: 9780205461684
©2004 | Instock (Additional assembly time required)
Suggested retail price: $124.93  Buy from myPearsonStore

This package contains:



Package ISBN-10: 0205425062 | ISBN-13: 9780205425068
©2004 | Instock (Additional assembly time required)
Suggested retail price: $81.09  Buy from myPearsonStore

This package contains:

Dobey, Beichner & Jabot | ©2004 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 240 pp
Abruscato | ©2000 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 312 pp


Package ISBN-10: 0205451446 | ISBN-13: 9780205451449
©2004 | Instock (Additional assembly time required)
Suggested retail price: $69.40  Buy from myPearsonStore

This package contains:

Dobey, Beichner & Jabot | ©2004 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 240 pp
Tippins, Koballa & Payne | ©2002 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 272 pp


Package ISBN-10: 0205426182 | ISBN-13: 9780205426188
©2004 | Instock (Additional assembly time required)
Suggested retail price: $86.93  Buy from myPearsonStore

This package contains:

Dobey, Beichner & Jabot | ©2004 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 240 pp
  • Science Content for Elementary and Middle School Teachers
Fritzer & Bristor | ©2005 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 128 pp


Back to top