Science learning, science teaching
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Science learning, science teaching
Routledge, 2008
Rev. and updated
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"Rev. and updated ed. of Teaching and learning secondary science"--Cover
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This book provides a comprehensive and critical guide to the new and experienced teachers on the teaching and learning of science. It combines an overview of current research with an account of curriculum changes to provide a valuable and practical guide to the business of classroom teaching.
The book gives helpful advice and ideas for exploring further on current issues in the teaching of science, including:
inclusion
planning teaching and setting targets
assessment with a focus on assessment for learning
the use of ICT in science pedagogy
language and literacy in science education
the way 'science works' and the nature of science.
Each chapter offers references, further reading and recommended websites, which will be especially valuable to those who wish to submit assignments at Masters Level under the new framework for ITT courses.
Table of Contents
Theme A: Science teaching, the science curriculum and the nature of science 1. The art and craft of science teaching 2. Becoming a teacher 3. The science curriculum and science in the curriculum Theme B: Practical approaches to science learning and science teaching 4. Focus on Learning in Science 5. Planning and managing learning in science 6. Inclusion: Meeting special needs in science 7. Practical work in science education 8. Investigations in science 9. Language and literacy in science teaching and learning 10. Numeracy In Science Teaching And Learning Theme C: Enriching science learning and teaching 11. Using ICT in teaching and learning science 12. Exploring the nature of science: curriculum statements, current issues and practical approaches 13. Using out-of-school sources to enrich science education 14. Citizenship in and through science education
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