Science & Technology

The book appraises the major science education initiatives and policy transformations with supportive qualitative and quantitative data since the 1957 Sputnik crisis. In addition, the book establishes the intellectual and emotional foundations before...

"An excellent guide for integrating new developments in cognitive neuroscience research with an appropriate 21st-century elementary science curriculum. Susan J. Kovalik's pioneering Highly Effective Teaching (HET) model has continually evolved for more...

Promote science education reform that strengthens instruction and gives students a competitive edge! Based on the legacy of the National Science Foundation Instructional Materials Development program, this resource examines the opportunities and...

Based on the best-selling book The Parallel Curriculum, this professional development resource gives multifaceted examples of rigorous learning opportunities for secondary science students. The eight sample units revolve around genetics, the convergence...

Grounded in the constructivist inquiry approach to science teaching and learning, Essentials of Science Classroom Assessment bridges science assessment research and practice, and connects science assessment and learning. This book will help students in...

This resource provides background information about reading and writing pedagogy, science standards, adolescent and young adult literature, and lesson designs. The book contains theory and practical applications. Sample lesson plans are included as...

Teaching Science With Interactive Notebooks gives science teachers everything they need to incorporate interactive notebooks into classroom teaching and learning. All of the how-to is here for using notebooks to promote deeper student learning, critical...

Teaching science is as much about learning what it means to do science as it is about the pedagogy of teaching. Launching Learners in Science provides both theoretical and practical ideas surrounding the teaching and learning of science. Providing...

Teaching science is as much about learning what it means to do science as it is about the pedagogy of teaching. Launching Learners in Science provides both theoretical and practical ideas surrounding the teaching and learning of science. Providing...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780807003442Author Freeman A. Hrabowski IIIFormat HardbackPage Count 208Imprint Beacon PressPublisher Beacon PressWeight(grams) 397gDimensions(mm) 223mm *...

Offers new views and strategies to enliven the teaching of science by incorporating the investigative aspects of the subject. Bound to provide invaluable help in solving a very serious national problem. William J. Lennarz, Professor and Chairman Dept...

One of a series of practical references for teachers, this handbook provides general information on the background of the environmental studies curriculum in the United States. It contains current information on publications, standards and special...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780750348645Author Jeffry V MallowFormat HardbackImprint Institute of Physics PublishingPublisher Institute of Physics Publishing

This set includes Marvin N. Tolman's Hands-On Earth Science Activities for Grades K-6 2e and Hands-On Physical Science for Grades K-6 2e. Like all the books in The Science Problem-Solving Curriculum Library series, these revised editions offer compelling...

The new millennium brings with it new challenges and possibilities. A globalised world in which education will be the key to cross-national relations necessitates a fundamental understanding of the way education is practised in different cultures across...

This is a step-by-step guide to developing performance-based curriculum for science. The book is based on the adopted United States national standards in science. It is filled with benchmarks and specific curriculum examples which reflect all the...

`An authoritative, research-based, thoroughly up-to-date and readable review of the best available techniques for science instruction' - Robert J Sternberg, IBM Professor of Psychology and Education Director, Center for the Psychology of Abilities,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780750317177Author Chris ImpeyFormat HardbackPage Count 164Imprint Institute of Physics PublishingPublisher Institute of Physics PublishingWeight(grams)...

Many early childhood professionals are unfamiliar with computer science, robotics, and engineering concepts. This user-friendly and accessible book gives teachers great ideas for engaging young children with 100 exciting, hands-on computer science and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781556523489Author John H. FalkFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Chicago Review PressPublisher Chicago Review PressWeight(grams) 263gDimensions(mm)...

Foster life-long teacher learning embedded in effective teaching practices and the science standards Science is a natural motivator and an academic engine for utilizing language, but it is the teacher who is the key to fostering the innate curiosity in...

Whether it is in the National Curriculum or the Teachers' Standards, promotion of children's curiosity is highlighted as a key part of effective teaching. Curiosity has the potential to enhance learning in all curriculum subjects but it has a special...

Proven ways to teach next generation science! The numbers are in and the pressure is on. The U.S's lead in science is very much at risk. If we're to help ensure our students achieve scientific literacy, we need to take a critical look at what's working...

This book will help primary school teachers of science gain the skills and knowledge needed to both incorporate inquiry-based instruction into their classrooms and to differentiate such instruction to more effectively meet the needs of all students. The...

Promote science education reform that strengthens instruction and gives students a competitive edge! Based on the legacy of the National Science Foundation Instructional Materials Development program, this resource examines the opportunities and...

"The activities and examples include many that have withstood the test of time for successful science instruction and that enable teachers to link science to the lives of students."-Elizabeth Hammerman, Science Educator and Consultant"A substantial...

Packed with loads of ready to use learning experiences, this resource helps teachers connect thinking with hands-on physics activities. Showing teachers how to teach with safe, easy-to-access materials, this book also provides conceptual summaries to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781555919696Author Sally KneidelFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint Fulcrum PublishingPublisher Fulcrum PublishingWeight(grams) 497g

In the face of complex local and global problems, there is a critical need to prepare PK-12 students to be innovative, resilient problem-solvers and well-equipped STEM-literate citizens. With focus upon integrated content, college and career readiness,...

Make Learning Science Fun with this Essential Guide from Everyone's Favorite Science Teacher! Now you can introduce children to the wonders of science in a way that's exhilarating and lasting. In Janice VanCleave's Teaching the Fun of Science, the...

Developing projects outside of a classroom setting can be intimidating for students and is not always a seamless process. Real-World Software Projects for Computer Science and Engineering Students is a quick, easy source for tackling such issues. Filling...

Bringing together international research on nature of science (NOS) representations in science textbooks, the unique analyses presented in this volume provides a global perspective on NOS from elementary to college level and discusses the practical...

Discover how to effectively incorporate literacy instruction into your middle or high school science classroom with this practical book. You'll find creative, inquiry-based tools to show you what it means to teach science with and through writing, and...

Discover how to effectively incorporate literacy instruction into your middle or high school science classroom with this practical book. You'll find creative, inquiry-based tools to show you what it means to teach science with and through writing, and...

Next Generation Science Standards identifies the science all K-12 students should know. These new standards are based on the National Research Council's A Framework for K-12 Science Education. The National Research Council, the National Science Teachers...

INTUITEL is a research project that was co-financed by the European Commission with the aim to advance state-of-the-art e-learning systems via addition of guidance and feedback for learners. Through a combination of pedagogical knowledge, measured...

This book is an ideal resource for those making the transition from graduate student to new faculty member in engineering and science. Developed through years of use with new faculty, it tackles the two themes that will be constant in a young faculty...

This book is written for all science or engineering faculty who have ever found themselves baffled and frustrated by their undergraduate students' lack of engagement and learning. The author, an experienced scientist, faculty member, and educational...

Cengage Learning s FUNDAMENTALS OF WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY brings course concepts to life with interactive learning, study, and exam preparation tools along with comprehensive text content for one semester/quarter courses. Whether you use a traditional...

This book provides everything STEM teachers need to use graphic novels in order to engage students, explain difficult concepts, and enrich learning. Drawing upon the latest educational research and over 60 years of combined teaching experience, the...