Methods for Teaching Science as Inquiry - Softcover

Carin, Arthur A.; Bass, Joel L

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130212830 ISBN 13: 9780130212832

Publisher: Pearson, 2000

Synopsis

For courses in Science Methods in Elementary School.

This is the quintessential science text designed to introduce future teachers to science instruction through inquiry. Infused with the philosophical intent of the National Science Education Standards, it includes the theory behind knowledge construction, the how-tos of knowledge acquisition, and questioning strategies that promote inquiry. It is overflowing with practical and meaningful activities, information, inquiries, strategies, and lessons. A major innovation of this edition is the majority of chapters that feature at least one activity based on a video that accompanies the text.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

THIS STREAMLINED NEW EDIITON IS DESIGNED TO INTRODUCE READERS TO THE SCIENCE CONTENT AND TEACHING STRATEGIES NECESSARY TO TEACH SCIENCE IN CONTEMPORARY WAYS.

Infused with the philosophical intent of the National Science Education Standards, the eighth edition of Methods for Teaching Science as Inquiry includes the theory behind knowledge construction, the how-tos of knowledge acquisition, and questioning strategies that promote inquiry.

Features of the eighth edition include:

• New chapter on tools for inquiry.
• National Science Education Standards undergird text discussions of effective teaching strategies and model lessons.
• Integrated multimedia package:
  • For professors: Three free videos from the Annenberg/CPB math and science series. Video Cases illustrate professional practice in science education, model science inquiry in classrooms, and exemplify the ongoing, reflective process teachers engage in to assess the effectiveness of their instruction.
  • For students: A free Companion Website presents additional classroom video with corresponding performance assessment activities.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0130212830
• ISBN 13: 9780130212832
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 408