Teaching Science 3-11: The Essential Guide (Reaching the Standard) - Softcover

Farmery, Dr Christine

 
9780826455857: Teaching Science 3-11: The Essential Guide (Reaching the Standard)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0826455859 ISBN 13: 9780826455857
Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd., 2002

Synopsis

A handbook for newly qualifying teachers, this introductory book provides a comprehensive guide to the effective teaching of science in foundation-level and primary settings. In particular it offers: knowldege of the nature of the subject and the reasons for teaching it; guidance on how to meet requirements of the National Curriculum and early learning goals; an understanding of the planning, organization and delivery of the subject; advice on effective teaching methods and resources; understanding of the demands of assessment, recording and reporting; guidance on the role of equal opportunties and special educational needs and an introduction to the role of subject co-ordinator. The text includes numerous examples from early years and primary settings as well as checklists and helpful advice. The result is a clear and accessible introduction to teaching Science in the 3-11 age range.

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About the Authors

Christine Famery is Head of a primary school in Yorkshire. She has been a science co-ordinator for over ten years and has enjoyed numerous secondments to Sheffield Hallam University to teach science to beginning teachers.

Mark O'Hara is Head of Student Experience in the Faculty of Development and Society at Sheffield Hallam University, UK.

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Publisher
Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
Publication date
2002
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0826455859
ISBN 13 
9780826455857
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
288