Teaching Science as Inquiry - Hardcover

Carin, Arthur A.; Bass, Joel L

 
9780130212849: Teaching Science as Inquiry

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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.

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THIS STREAMLINED NEW EDITION IS THE MOST PRACTICAL GUIDE TO TEACHING SCIENCE AND AN IDEAL USER-FRIENDLY RESOURCE FOR FUTURE SCIENCE TEACHERS.

Infused with the philosophical intent of the National Science Education Standards, the ninth edition of 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 ninth edition include:

  • New chapter on tools for inquiry.
  • Ten Video Case Studies illustrate resources and strategies classroom teachers use as they strive to become better science teachers.
  • Integrated multimedia package:
    For professors: Three free videos from the Annenberg/CPB math and science series. Video cases illustrate professional practice in science education, exemplify the ongoing, reflective process teachers engage in to assess the effectiveness of their instruction, and model science inquiry in classrooms.
    For students: A free Companion Website that presents additional classroom video with corresponding performance assessment activities.

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