Education - Philosophy & Social Aspects, Psychology of Education, Learning, Study & Teaching of Science, Teaching - Science & Technology
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Overview
Constructing Science in Middle and Secondary School Classrooms is the first in what the authors hope is a new generation of textbooks in education. Built around the theoretical and philosophical viewpoint of constructivism, the text is devoted to exploring the applications of constructivism to teaching science in middle and secondary schools. Each chapter in its design fosters the constructivist teaching of science. Concept maps open up chapters to exhibit content, followed by Commentary sections that offer the authors' perspectives to the chapter and preconceptions that refute common misunderstandings. Teaching Notes throughout chapters feature practical lesson plans which may be used by students in classroom experiences. Summing up each chapter are conceptual reflections to encourage students to identify their understanding of the content, concept map activities, self-reflection notebook exercises, and extensive notes to provide deeper analysis. The preservice teacher, this new text will involve you in a dialogue and develop strategies that will help you construct your own understandings of teaching science.Editorials
Booknews
An instructional text for teaching science in middle and elementary schools building on the theoretical and philosophical viewpoint of "constructivism." The constructivist approach utilizes science philosophy, developmental psychology, social constructivism, and postmodern criticism to create an attitude in the classroom where the student is in charge of their learning. Do not expect outlines of class activities, curriculum advice, or any kind of answer in this volume. The discussions are rooted by concept maps, commentary sections, teaching notes, conceptual reflections, and self-reflection notebook exercises which guide the student toward establishing their own concept of a constructed science classroom. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
November 26, 1996
Publisher
Allyn & Bacon
Pages
428
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780205165889