Using the Learning Cycle to Teach Physical Science: A Hands-on Approach for the Middle Grades - Softcover

Beisenherz, Paul; Dantonio, Marylou

 
9780435083762: Using the Learning Cycle to Teach Physical Science: A Hands-on Approach for the Middle Grades

Synopsis

This work introduces a "learning cycle strategy" for teaching science. The three phases - exploration, introduction, and application - help students regard science as a process of inquiry, rather than simply a body of knowledge. Six basic concepts are introduced with activities

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About the Author

PAUL BEISENHERZ is a professor at the University of New Orleans, where he is responsible for both preservice and inservice science teacher education. He has written extensively on using hands-on activities to teach science and conducts workshops for science teachers throughout the United States.MARYLOU DANTONIO, a professor at the University of New Orleans, teaches courses in instructional strategies, teacher education, and teaching leadership. She is nationally known for her work in questioning and collegial coaching and has published widely in both fields. Dr. Dantonio has served as a consultant for Phi Delta Kappa's Center for Professional Development.

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