Science Instruction Middle and Secondary Schools - Softcover

Eugene L. Chiappetta; Thomas R. Koballa, Jr.; Alfred T. Collette

Softcover

ISBN 10: 013651118X ISBN 13: 9780136511182

Publisher: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1997

Synopsis

New edition of a text providing far more than simply a cookbook of activities for science teachers. Coverage includes discussion on the nature of science, national standards and innovative programs, the nature of adolescent learners and their schools, teaching strategies and classroom management, pl

About this title

From the Back Cover:

This science methods textbook is designed to prepare middle and high school science teachers to help students become scientifically and technologically literate by first helping them understand the elements of science reform and then supporting their efforts.

Features new to the fifth edition include:

• Open cases and vignettes that illustrate how science teachers help students construct their own understanding
• "Stop and Reflect" exercises throughout each chapter to help readers contextualize and reflect upon what was read
• Expanded coverage of teaching students with special needs and equity in science teaching and learning
• Discussion of a variety of alternative and authentic assessment methods

Synopsis:

New edition of a text providing far more than simply a cookbook of activities for science teachers. Coverage includes discussion on the nature of science, national standards and innovative programs, the nature of adolescent learners and their schools, teaching strategies and classroom management, planning, assessment, and professional development.

About this edition

• Publisher: Prentice-Hall, Inc.
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 013651118X
• ISBN 13: 9780136511182
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 417