Synopsis
This new elementary science methods text uses a unique constructivist approach to guide students in learning by doing. It focuses on inquiry and the scientific processes and also suggests over 150 process-oriented inquiry activities that students can immediately apply in the elementary classroom. Geared to preschool through sixth grade, it represents the cutting edge of elementary science teaching with up-to-date investigations into many contemporary topics...Divided into three sections, the first section focuses on basic material - goals and objectives, processes, constructivism and inquiry, learner differences, authentic assessment and practical classroom concerns. In section two, students extend their explorations of the basic elementary science program and section three offers a model of science teaching that may represent the ultimate in constructivist science education.
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"The writing style is excellent, especially as a beginning methods text. My students should find it quite easy to read and comprehend."
About the Author
David Jerner Martin (Ph.D.) is Professor Emeritus of Early Childhood Education at Kennesaw State University. A gifted teacher and an outspoken advocate of constructivist-based teaching, he is best known as the author of the pioneering text, ELEMENTARY SCIENCE METHODS: A CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACH, now in its Sixth Edition. Dr. Martin has consulted on constructivist teaching at home and abroad, and was technical consultant with The Weather Channel for The Weather Classroom. He has received several university awards for distinguished teaching and publications.
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